24-hr Phlebotomist (temporary up to 8 months) - Rehoboth

Sturdy Memorial Hospital•Rehoboth, MA

9d•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Laboratory Operations Manager, Supervisor, or Phlebotomy Coordinator, and within established hospital and department policies and procedures, the Phlebotomist performs clerical and reception duties to receive, direct, and process patient specimens in the laboratory. The role performs age-appropriate phlebotomy procedures for patients in sub-acute and long-term care facilities and adult day care centers. The position collects and processes specimens from patients of all ages, including specialized collections and urgent requests. It also involves accurate electronic documentation, coordination with clinical and laboratory teams, maintaining supplies and sample integrity, and providing respectful, compassionate care to patients with diverse needs. This is a temporary position of up to eight months, scheduled for 24 hours per week.

Requirements

High school graduate.
Successful completion of an approved phlebotomy program.
Must have phlebotomy certification or be certification eligible; certification is required within one year of hire.
Minimum of 1–3 years of experience as a phlebotomist in a hospital laboratory setting.
Excellent customer service and phlebotomy skills.
Ability to follow directions with minimal supervision.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including required work hours, locations, and physical demands, with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to health or safety.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; bend, reach, and perform fine motor tasks; push and maneuver a phlebotomy cart weighing up to 25 pounds; and meet the stated visual and hearing requirements.
Physical and emotional ability to manage interactions with diverse patients, including pediatric, geriatric, unconscious, or combative individuals, and to steady or calm patients when needed.
Ability to work with frequent exposure to blood and bodily fluids while following universal precautions and using appropriate personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Excellent command of oral and written English.
Positive interpersonal communication skills and good organizational skills.
Demonstrates good judgment in handling situations not covered by written or verbal communication.
Experience using an electronic positive patient identification system.
Experience with pre-analytical specimen collection requirements.

Responsibilities

Collect blood specimens from patients of all ages using approved venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques and follow infection control and safety protocols.
Verify patient identity using at least two identifiers before collection and label specimens at the bedside or point of collection.
Prepare, label, and deliver specimens to the appropriate laboratory departments within required time frames while maintaining sample integrity.
Access and review electronic lab orders and accurately enter collection data and notes into the hospital’s electronic medical record.
Provide compassionate, professional care and communicate procedures clearly and respectfully to patients, including those who are anxious, non-verbal, or cognitively impaired.
Follow hospital, departmental, and regulatory policies concerning infection prevention, HIPAA, OSHA standards, and biohazardous-material safety.
Monitor and restock collection trays, carts, and storage areas; notify supervisors of equipment malfunctions or inventory needs.
Coordinate specimen collection with nursing staff, laboratory personnel, and physicians; participate in shift handoffs, team meetings, and performance improvement initiatives.
Respond promptly to STAT, timed, and critical collection requests, including requests from emergency, ICU, surgical, and inpatient units.
Perform specialized collections, such as blood cultures and glucose tolerance tests, and adapt techniques for challenging venous access or patients with special needs.
Perform other duties as assigned; duties and responsibilities may change with or without notice.
Treat patients, colleagues, and visitors with dignity and respect while being sensitive to differing needs, backgrounds, characteristics, and cultures.