Phlebotomist

BOONE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INC • Danville, WV

55d • Onsite

About The Position

Boone Memorial Health clinics is seeking a dependable and patient-focused Phlebotomist to join our outpatient clinic team. This position is responsible for performing venipuncture and specimen collection for clinic patients of all ages while delivering courteous, safe, and efficient care in accordance with laboratory and clinic policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Formal training in phlebotomy
• Valid phlebotomy certification
• CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license
• Point of Care Technician license (or ability to obtain upon hire)
• Basic computer and clerical skills
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk throughout the workday
• Frequent lifting of less than 10 pounds; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds
• Ability to reach, pull, kneel, crouch, and perform coordinated tasks

Nice To Haves

• Previous outpatient clinic or physician office experience
• Experience with CLIA-waived testing

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and specimen collection using aseptic technique in an outpatient clinic setting
• Collect routine blood and urine specimens as ordered by a medical provider
• Verify patient identity prior to specimen collection
• Provide age-appropriate care to neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Collect specimens for chain-of-custody drug testing when required
• Prepare and transport specimens to the laboratory following infection control procedures
• Assist with reporting and clerical functions related to clinic laboratory services
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked phlebotomy area
• Answer phones, assess patient needs, and communicate appropriately with clinic staff
• Work collaboratively with clinic staff, laboratory personnel, and providers
• Participate in performance improvement activities
• Comply with clinic, laboratory, and organizational policies and safety requirements
• Attend required in-service education and training
• May be required to transport specimens to the main laboratory
• A telephone in residence is required as a condition of employment

Benefits

• Team-oriented clinic environment
• Consistent schedule compared to inpatient settings
• Opportunity to provide direct, meaningful patient care
• Boone Memorial Health Clinics is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, genetic information, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family or parental status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED