Phlebotomist (4083)

Position Summary:

The Phlebotomist supports high-quality laboratory services by accurately collecting, labeling, and processing patient specimens in accordance with established safety and quality standards. This role contributes to timely and efficient laboratory workflows by coordinating lab order activation, verifying documentation, and preparing samples for in-house testing or courier transport. Working closely with laboratory and clinical team members, the Phlebotomist interacts directly with patients to provide compassionate, professional specimen collection while maintaining strict adherence to identification and infection-control procedures. Through strong attention to detail, effective communication, and collaboration across care teams, this role helps support reliable diagnostic outcomes and a patient-centered laboratory environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform venipuncture and other specimen-collection procedures using proper patient identification, labeling, and infection-control techniques.
• Activate and enter laboratory orders into the computer system, coordinating with office staff to obtain required orders and verify ABN documentation as needed.
• Receive, prepare, and process specimens for delivery to the hospital laboratory or for courier transport, ensuring appropriate handling and packaging.
• Conduct waived testing and assemble or prepare testing kits in accordance with laboratory protocols.
• Maintain accurate documentation, organized workstations, and compliance with all laboratory quality and safety standards.
• Assist with training and onboarding of new phlebotomy staff to support consistent specimen-collection practices.