Senior Phlebotomist

Job Description :

Pay Range: $22.24hr - $24hr

• The Phlebotomist will be responsible for collecting, labeling, and processing specimens in accordance with established laboratory procedures.
• This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent patient interaction skills, and a commitment to maintaining safety and compliance standards.
• The candidate should be proficient in performing venipuncture and other specimen collection techniques while ensuring accurate data entry and documentation.

• Perform blood draws, label specimens, centrifuge samples, and update patient information.
• Collect and store specimens according to established procedures.
• Clearly and courteously explain venipuncture and other specimen collection processes to patients.
• Demonstrate proper technique using straight needles and butterfly needles.
• Verify and understand physicians' orders.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes accurately.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens per test order requirements.
• Verify test requisitions or computer labels against scripts to ensure accuracy.
• Package specimens for transport while maintaining integrity and temperature requirements.
• Store samples in appropriate containers and follow specific transport procedures.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and DEP regulations.
• Attend annual department training sessions.
• Answer phone calls and provide laboratory results as required.

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state of employment (as required).
• Minimum of 6 months of experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• High School Diploma or GED.

• 1.5 years of experience in Phlebotomy preferred.
• Experience working with various patient types and performing hard sticks.
• Experience handling urine, thyroid testing, and specimen processing.
• Strong attention to detail and data entry skills.

• Phlebotomy (venipuncture and specimen handling).
• Computer literacy and data entry accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle difficult blood draws ( hard sticks ) efficiently.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities.