Phlebotomy Support Tech - Lab - Day Shift - Cox South

CoxHealth•Springfield, MO

1d•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. CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence: Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times. Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek. Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024. Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024. Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads. Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri. Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare in 2025. Benefits Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more! For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth Job Description: Phlebotomy Support Tech • The Phlebotomy Support Technician II 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. Demonstrates ability to perform POC testing as directed.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Good verbal and written communication skills
Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams
Proficient in using computers and computer systems
Certified as a Phlebotomy Technician or Medical Laboratory Assistant from a nationally recognized laboratory certifying agency
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
Strong analytical/problem solving skills
Ability to communicate effectively with different levels of management.
Demonstrates clear verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent customer service, time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills.

Nice To Haves

3 months phlebotomy experience in a laboratory setting
6 months phlebotomy experience
1 year related experience

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
Processes specimens appropriately for subsequent testing
Accessions, updates information and makes corrections to orders as needed
Demonstrates ability to perform POC testing as directed