Technician, Laboratory Phlebotomy

Millennium Physician Group•North Port, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist II draws and collects blood from patients and prepares samples for testing. The role verifies patient records, enters data into the system, prepares and processes specimens for laboratory analysis, and handles samples properly to maintain their integrity. It includes instructing patients on Coumadin and performing limited waived testing. The technician maintains the work area, supplies, and cleanliness, and provides excellent service to patients and internal team members. This is a full-time position at 13807 Tamiami Trail in North Port, Florida. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m., and Friday, 6:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. The advertised compensation range is $18.00–$27.00. Actual pay depends on factors including experience, skills, qualifications, location, internal equity, and business needs.

Requirements

Phlebotomy certification, M.A. certification, or a certificate from a phlebotomy program.
At least 2 years of laboratory experience.
Understand labeling and patient-identification protocols, common laboratory tests, sample types, and vacutainers.
Understand biohazard and OSHA safety regulations for medical offices and universal precautions.
Know test requirements and how to search Quest/LabCorp for esoteric tests.
Ability to interpret miscellaneous orders.
Ability to guide and observe new phlebotomists.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Responsibilities

Perform venipuncture and capillary puncture for the Coumadin clinic.
Identify patients according to protocol.
Prepare samples for processing with the correct label and barcode, and inspect vials.
Reconcile the outstanding sample report at the end of the day.
Observe safety procedures and sample preparation requirements.
Support and guide day-to-day activities.
Clean up old orders and combine orders in Copia; identify duplicate tests and tests needed for measures.
Provide excellent guest service to internal team members and patients.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Verify patient records, enter data into the system, prepare and process specimens for laboratory analysis, and handle samples properly.
Instruct patients on Coumadin and perform limited waived testing.
Maintain sample integrity through identification and labeling using two identifiers.
Maintain the work area, supplies, and cleanliness.

Benefits

Three weeks of paid time off and 8 paid holidays.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Employer-paid basic life and short-term disability coverage after 1 year of full-time employment.
401(k) with match.
Employee wellness program.
Employee discount programs, including Tickets at Work and cell phone discounts.
Dependent Care FSA.
Voluntary life insurance.
Long-term disability coverage.
Critical illness coverage.
Pet insurance.