Phlebotomist I

Job Title: Phlebotomist I
Job Location: Albuquerque, NM
Duration: 3 months (possible extension)
Shift: M-F 08:00am -1:00pm

Summary:

The Phlebotomist I represents the face of the company to patients who come in, both as part of their health routine or for insights into life-defining health decisions. This role involves drawing quality blood samples from patients and preparing those specimens for lab testing while following established practices and procedures. The Phlebotomist I has direct contact with patients and creates an atmosphere of trust and confidence while explaining procedures to patients and drawing blood specimens in a skillful, safe, and accurate manner. The role requires demonstrating leadership behaviors while focusing on process excellence skills and sensitivity to confidentiality and accuracy of patient information.

Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the area supervisor, perform daily activities accurately and on time.

• Maintain a safe and professional environment.

• Perform with confidence both the forensic and clinical specimen collection and processing duties following established practices and procedures.

• Maintain required records and documentation.

• Demonstrate organizational commitment and promote a positive image to patients, clients, employees, and the public in general.

Required Skills:

• Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work independently with minimal on-site supervision.

• Excellent phlebotomy skills, including pediatric and geriatric.

• Flexible and available based on staffing needs, which includes weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime.

• High school diploma or equivalent REQUIRED.

• Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.

• Phlebotomy certification preferred (Required in California, Nevada, and Washington).

• Minimum of 6 months experience REQUIRED. One year of phlebotomy experience preferred.

• Customer service in a retail or service environment preferred.

• Keyboard/data entry experience a must.