Phlebotomy Technician

St. Joseph Medical Center • Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

The Phlebotomy Technician works in the Clinical Lab at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. The role is responsible for collecting blood samples and ensuring their quality for laboratory testing, supporting physicians with accurate diagnostics and patient care. The position has variable shifts and hours and is per diem.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained as current.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of clinical laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for blood draws, explain procedures, and promote patient comfort and safety.
• Collect blood using venipuncture, capillary puncture, or other techniques; verify patient identity and label specimens correctly.
• Organize, handle, and transport specimens to the laboratory, ensuring they are properly processed and stored.
• Follow quality-control and safety protocols to protect specimen integrity and support accurate test results.
• Maintain and calibrate phlebotomy equipment and supplies, keeping them functional and properly sanitized.
• Perform more complex or specialized phlebotomy procedures as needed, often with minimal supervision.

Benefits

• Full benefits are referenced at the Prime Healthcare careers benefits page; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED