Phlebotomist - PRN Days

ScionHealth • Coral Gables, FL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Area Laboratory Director or Lab Manager, the Phlebotomist performs venipunctures and related clinical specimen collection and preparation tasks, along with clerical laboratory duties. The role includes collecting blood specimens by venipuncture and skin puncture, explaining collection procedures to patients, documenting and labeling specimens, maintaining supplies and work areas, and assisting with laboratory functions as delegated.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Formal phlebotomy training as required by the state.
• State license or registration as required by the state.
• Current BLS certification.
• Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Good and regular attendance.
• Knowledge of tube-top colors, required blood volumes, and test requirements.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Nice To Haves

• Medical Assistant or Phlebotomy certification preferred.
• Six months of acute-care phlebotomy experience, or one year of experience as a medical assistant performing venipuncture, or one year of outpatient laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood specimens from patients via venipuncture and skin puncture according to physician orders and applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Explain collection procedures and provide general testing information to support patient understanding and reduce anxiety.
• Label and record test tubes, log procedures, and file paperwork.
• Clean and supply venipuncture trays and maintain work areas.
• Order supplies when needed.
• Use the laboratory information system to document specimen collection and receipt, create manifests, and perform other functions as needed.
• Perform clerical work and assist with laboratory functions as delegated by the Laboratory Manager or Director.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED