Phlebotomist​/Courier

Phlebotomist / Courier

Pascagoula Hospital | Full-Time | Outpatient Float Position | 8-hour shifts | Rotating weekends and holidays | Shift start times may be as early as 6:00 AM and end as late as 5:00 PM
2809 Denny Ave., Pascagoula, Mississippi, 39581, United States

The Phlebotomist/Courier transports laboratory specimens to and from the clinic site and Singing River Health System in accordance with department and System procedures and guidelines. He/She verifies all orders, procedures, and specimens according to current procedures. The Phlebotomist/Courier practices safe driving habits and follows all safety guidelines. He/She contributes to the department’s standard of excellence in providing quality services to patients and clients.

The Phlebotomist/Courier performs venipunctures, heel and finger sticks, and other specimen collections for the clinical laboratory testing. The Phlebotomist ensures that appropriate specimens are collected from the proper patients, and works and communicates effectively with a variety of patients, including but not limited to critically ill, trauma, newborn, geriatric, and outpatients in numerous outpatient settings.

The Phlebotomist/Courier provides accurate patient identification, specimen labeling, preservation, transportation and pre-test processing. He/She performs clerical duties; processes orders; performs computer functions; files reports; records/sends messages; gives reports to the nurse/doctor; and transcribes doctors’ orders on outpatients.

High School graduate or equivalent required; some college with courses in a health or science-related field preferred. Training in computer, basic office equipment and medical terminology preferred.

Must have a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record; must maintain a satisfactory driving record.

If certified, a current Phlebotomy certification from an approved agency is preferred. Certification must be from one of the following:

• ASCP (American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification)
• APA (American Phlebotomy Association)
• AMT (American Medical Technologists)
• NHA (National Health Career Association)
• NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing)
• NIHP (National Institute of Health Professionals)
• MedCA (Medical Career Association)
• NPC (National Phlebotomy Certification Exam)
• AAH (American Allied Health)
• Any accredited certification not listed, can be reviewed for approval by the Lab Director

Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.

One (1) year Phlebotomy experience preferred. Must have equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Reports to: SRHS Laboratory Director under the direct supervision of the SRHS Phlebotomy Supervisor or Phlebotomy Team Leader.
Supervises: None

Physical Demands: Work is moderately active: sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office, the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHS service area. Requires exerting a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects, including the human body. Involves repetitive motions of the wrists, hands and/or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as a computer keyboard, copier, and 10-key.

Perception of sound at normal levels; close visual acuity for working with forms/printed material. Must be able to work flexible hours and be active for extended periods.

Mental Demands: Keen mental faculties to perform data collection and specimen collection. Must demonstrate communications/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and provide information in person and by telephone. Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels. Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Proficient computer and office technology skills (keyboard proficiency). Intermediate knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Work requires the ability to function independently and as a team; adapting to workload demands. Must have a valid driver license as travel throughout the SRHS service area is required.