Phlebotomy Support Tech I/Phlebotomy Support Tech II

CoxHealth•Branson, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomy Support Technician collects and processes blood and other specimens as directed. The role confirms patient identification, collects specimens in the appropriate tubes using venipuncture or capillary techniques, and labels specimens accurately to support reliable patient results. The technician processes specimens for subsequent testing, accesses and updates information, and corrects orders as needed. The posting describes requirements for two levels. 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. Phlebotomists II have 30 days from certificate expiration to provide updated certification if documentation shows renewal has been applied for. Phlebotomy Support Tech I requires a high school diploma or equivalent and no prior experience; certification is not required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
For Tech II: at least three months of phlebotomy experience in a laboratory setting.
For Tech II: certification as a Phlebotomy Technician or Medical Laboratory Assistant from a nationally recognized laboratory certifying agency.
For Tech II: provide updated certification within 30 days after certificate expiration when renewal has been applied for and documented.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
Proficiency using computers and computer systems.
For Tech I: strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to communicate effectively with different levels of management; and clear verbal and written communication skills.
For Tech I: excellent customer service, time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills.

Nice To Haves

For Tech II: six months of phlebotomy experience.
For Tech I: six months of phlebotomy experience or one year of related experience.

Responsibilities

Collect blood and other specimens as directed.
Confirm patient identification and collect specimens in proper tubes using venipuncture or capillary techniques.
Accurately label specimens to ensure accurate patient results.
Process specimens appropriately for subsequent testing.
Accession specimens, update information, and make corrections to orders as needed.