Phlebotomist
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Job Description:

Phlebotomist - Lab

M-F Days, 6:30AM - 3:00PM

JOB DESCRIPTION:

We are currently seeking a dedicated Phlebotomist to join our team at Baptist Health Hardin. In this role, you will be responsible for collecting blood samples from patients for medical testing, transfusions, research, or blood donations. You will work closely with patients, nurses, and laboratory staff to ensure accurate and timely specimen collection while maintaining a high standard of patient care and safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Performs invasive phlebotomy procedures on Neonates/infants-birth to 1 year, Pediatrics- age 1 to 12 years, Adolescents- age 12 to 18 years, Adults- age 18 to 65 years, and Geriatrics- age 65 and older while adhering to strict infection control and safety policies as well as all HIPAA Privacy Regulations.

* Collect blood specimens from other healthcare facilities, stocks and maintain supplies as received.

* Keeps work area clean and organized, stocks and maintains phlebotomy collection trays.

* Transpose and order outpatient testing via computer system.

* Assist with answering telephone and directing in-coming calls.

* Assist with collections of legal drug screens and other collections procedures as deemed necessary.

* Process all incoming specimens into lab, prepare specimens for shipment to reference lab with proper preservation.

REQUIREMENTS:

* High school diploma or equivalent required, or higher.

* Must demonstrate outstanding communication skills with patients and other health care personnel, professionalism, and acceptance of responsibility to quality specimen collection that plays a crucial role in the detection, diagnosis, and management of diseases.

* Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills required, as are self-motivation and self-direction in the workplace.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

* One or more years of experience in the phlebotomy field is preferred (on-the-job training will be considered).

* Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program preferred.

BENEFITS:

* Tuition Assistance reimbursement program

* Paid Time Off available for use upon hire

* Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

* Bereavement Leave (includes pets)

* Employee Assistance Program

* Retirement plans with company match

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.