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 confirms patient identity, collects specimens in appropriate tubes using venipuncture or capillary techniques, labels specimens accurately, and processes them for subsequent testing. The technician also accessions specimens, updates information, and corrects orders as needed. The posting describes Phlebotomy Support Tech I and Phlebotomy Support Tech II levels. Both require a high school diploma or equivalent. Tech II requires 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 requires no experience or certification.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- For Phlebotomy Support Tech II: at least 3 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 expires if there is documentation that renewal has been applied for.
- For Phlebotomy Support Tech I: no experience is required.
- 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; excellent customer service, time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills.
Nice To Haves
- For Phlebotomy Support Tech II: 6 months of phlebotomy experience.
- For Phlebotomy Support 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 before collecting specimens.
- Collect specimens in appropriate tubes using venipuncture or capillary techniques.
- Accurately label specimens to support accurate patient results.
- Process specimens appropriately for subsequent testing.
- Accession specimens, update information, and correct orders as needed.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Retirement plan 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
