Phlebotomy Support Tech I/Phlebotomy Support Tech II

CoxHealth•Branson, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomy Support Technician is responsible for the collection and processing of blood and other specimens as directed. Performs proper specimen collection by confirming patient ID, collecting specimens in proper tubes, utilizing venipuncture/capillary techniques, and accurately labeling the specimens to ensure accurate patient results. Processes specimens appropriately for subsequent testing. Accessions, updates information and makes corrections to orders as needed.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
3 months phlebotomy experience in a laboratory setting (for Tech II)
Certified as a Phlebotomy Technician or Medical Laboratory Assistant from a nationally recognized laboratory certifying agency (for Tech II)
Phlebotomist II’s have 30 days from the expiration date of their certificate to provide an updated certification, as long as there is documentation that certification renewal has been applied for.
None (for Tech I)
Proficient in using computers and computer systems

Nice To Haves

6 months phlebotomy experience (for Tech II)
6 months phlebotomy experience OR 1 year related experience (for Tech I)
Strong analytical/problem solving skills (for Tech I)
Excellent customer service, time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills. (for Tech I)

Responsibilities

Collection and processing of blood and other specimens as directed.
Proper specimen collection by confirming patient ID, collecting specimens in proper tubes, utilizing venipuncture/capillary techniques, and accurately labeling the specimens to ensure accurate patient results.
Processing specimens appropriately for subsequent testing.
Accessioning, updating information and making corrections to orders as needed.