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 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, makes order corrections as needed, and performs point-of-care testing as directed. The posting describes two levels. For Phlebotomy Support Tech I, a high school diploma or equivalent is required; no experience or certification is required. For Phlebotomy Support Tech II, 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 are required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
For Phlebotomy Support Tech II: at least three months of phlebotomy experience in a laboratory setting.
For Phlebotomy Support Tech II: certification as a Phlebotomy Technician or Medical Laboratory Assistant from a nationally recognized laboratory certifying agency.
For Phlebotomy Support Tech II, an updated certification must be provided within 30 days after the certificate expiration date if renewal has been applied for and documented.
For Phlebotomy Support Tech I: no experience is required.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
Proficiency using computers and computer systems.
For Phlebotomy Support Tech I: strong analytical and problem-solving skills; effective communication with different levels of management; clear verbal and written communication; and customer service, time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritization, decision-making, and planning skills.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Collect and process blood and other specimens as directed.
Confirm patient identification and collect specimens in appropriate 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 correct orders as needed.
Perform point-of-care testing as directed.