Phlebotomist PRN

HCA Healthcare • Arlington, TX

5d

About The Position

The Phlebotomist performs phlebotomy procedures to obtain specimens for laboratory testing and transports and processes samples, completing clerical duties as needed. The role reports to the Lead Phlebotomist, Lab Manager, and Laboratory Director.

The Phlebotomist greets patients and explains proper specimen collection methods; collects blood through finger sticks, heel sticks, and venipunctures, as well as other specimens; labels specimens and enters their data into the computer; and prepares samples for microbiology, hematology, serology, blood bank, and urinalysis departments. The role also assists with clerical work, including answering telephone calls.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 6 months of phlebotomy experience, or completion of a clinical phlebotomy program may be considered in lieu of experience.
• Skilled phlebotomy technique.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Acute care hospital experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy procedures to obtain specimens for laboratory testing.
• Transport and process specimens and complete clerical duties as necessary for testing patient samples.
• Greet patients and instruct them in proper specimen collection methods.
• Collect blood specimens using finger sticks, heel sticks, and venipunctures, and collect other specimens.
• Accurately label specimens for identification and enter specimen data into the computer.
• Prepare samples for microbiology, hematology, serology, blood bank, and urinalysis departments.
• Assist with clerical duties, including answering telephone calls.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
• Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
• Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED