Venipuncture Technician Med Grp

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Fort Mill, SC

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About The Position

The Venipuncture Technician collects laboratory specimens in a family medicine clinic. The role uses a laboratory information system to review test requisitions and specimens, collects blood using appropriate equipment, confirms patient identification, labels specimens accurately, and delivers specimens to the appropriate laboratory department. The technician seeks assistance from the supervisor on duty for procedures with which they are not fully familiar.

The position works in community and clinic environments and involves standing and walking, exposure to biohazard materials, and possible contact with combative or violent behavior. Employees are responsible for working safely. The role may require stooping, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, for 36 hours per week. The listed pay range is $18.85–$28.30.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Successful completion of a hospital or on-the-job training program for Venipuncture Technician.
• Fluent English.
• Ability to perform duties that may involve standing, walking, stooping, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in environments with exposure to biohazard materials and possible contact with combative or violent behavior.

Nice To Haves

• CNA I or II certification, or Certified Phlebotomist certification.
• One year of medical office or hospital experience.

Responsibilities

• Use the laboratory information system to review, assess, and collect laboratory specimens according to test requisitions.
• Use appropriate equipment, including vacutainer tubes, butterflies, syringes, and needles, to collect blood specimens.
• Verify each patient's identification against the requisition.
• Accurately record the patient's name and identification number on each specimen.
• Deliver specimens to the appropriate laboratory department.
• Seek assistance from the supervisor on duty for procedures with which the technician is not fully familiar.
• Work in a safe manner.

Benefits

• Paid time off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Career development programs.
• Potential premium pay, incentive pay for select positions, and annual increases based on performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED