Phlebotomy Support Tech I/Phlebotomy Support Tech II
About The Position
The Phlebotomy Support Technician collects and processes blood and other specimens as directed. The role includes confirming patient identification, collecting specimens in the appropriate tubes using venipuncture or capillary techniques, and labeling specimens accurately to support reliable patient results. The technician processes specimens for subsequent testing, accesses and updates information, makes corrections to orders as needed, and performs point-of-care testing as directed. The posting describes requirements for two levels. Both require a high school diploma or equivalent. Tech II requires 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. Tech I has no required experience or certification. The position is at Cox Medical Center Branson in the Laboratory department and is scheduled for 40 hours per week, from 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM on the evening shift.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Phlebotomy Support Tech II: at least 3 months of phlebotomy experience in a laboratory setting.
- Phlebotomy Support Tech II: certification as a Phlebotomy Technician or Medical Laboratory Assistant from a nationally recognized laboratory certifying agency.
- Phlebotomy Support Tech II: provide updated certification within 30 days after certificate expiration if there is documentation that renewal has been applied for.
- Phlebotomy Support 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.
- Phlebotomy Support Tech I: strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Phlebotomy Support Tech I: ability to communicate effectively with different levels of management.
- Phlebotomy Support Tech I: customer service, time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills.
Nice To Haves
- Phlebotomy Support Tech II: 6 months of phlebotomy experience.
- Phlebotomy Support Tech I: 6 months of phlebotomy experience or 1 year of related experience.
Responsibilities
- Collect blood and other specimens as directed.
- Confirm patient identification before specimen collection.
- Collect specimens in the appropriate tubes using venipuncture or capillary techniques.
- Label specimens accurately.
- Process specimens appropriately for subsequent testing.
- Accession and update information and make corrections to orders as needed.
- Perform point-of-care testing as directed.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Retirement with employer match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
