Phlebotomy Support Tech I/Phlebotomy Support Tech II

CoxHealth • Branson, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomy Support Technician collects and processes blood and other specimens as directed. The role includes confirming patient identity, collecting specimens in appropriate tubes using venipuncture or capillary techniques, and accurately labeling specimens to support accurate patient results. The technician processes specimens for subsequent testing, accessions orders, updates information, and makes corrections to orders as needed.

The posting covers two levels. Phlebotomy Support Tech I requires a high school diploma or equivalent and has no required experience; six months of phlebotomy experience or one year of related experience is preferred. Phlebotomy Support Tech II requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least three months of phlebotomy experience in a laboratory setting, and certification as a Phlebotomy Technician or Medical Laboratory Assistant from a nationally recognized laboratory certifying agency.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Tech II: At least 3 months of phlebotomy experience in a laboratory setting.
• Tech II: Certification as a Phlebotomy Technician or Medical Laboratory Assistant from a nationally recognized laboratory certifying agency.
• Tech II: Provide updated certification within 30 days after the current certificate's expiration if documentation shows that renewal has been applied for.
• Tech I: No experience required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
• Proficiency using computers and computer systems.
• Tech I: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; effective communication with different levels of management; excellent customer service, time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills.

Nice To Haves

• Tech II: 6 months of phlebotomy experience.
• Tech I: 6 months of phlebotomy experience or 1 year of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process blood and other specimens as directed.
• Confirm patient identity and collect specimens in appropriate tubes using venipuncture or capillary techniques.
• Accurately label specimens.
• Process specimens for subsequent testing.
• Accession orders, update information, and make corrections to orders as needed.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Additional benefits, with benefits eligibility stated for employees working 20 or more hours per week

What This Job Offers

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