Phlebotomist II

Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Every other Saturday, 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

The primary function of a Phlebotomist is to perform assigned duties including specimen collection, troubleshooting, training, and recommending workflow improvements.

• Perform blood draws, label specimens, centrifuge samples, and record maintenance data
• Collect and store specimens following established procedures
• Clearly and courteously explain venipuncture and specimen collection processes (blood, urine, fecal, etc.)
• Demonstrate proficiency with straight and butterfly needles
• Understand and follow physicians' orders accurately
• Match laboratory requisition forms with specimen tubes
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required
• Verify test requisitions or labels against orders for accuracy
• Package specimens for transport and maintain specimen integrity
• Store specimens at required temperatures using proper containers
• Follow protocol-specific procedures for specimen handling and transport
• Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations
• Attend required annual training sessions
• Handle incoming calls and communicate lab results when needed
• Perform blood collection and processing in a PSC setting

• Valid Phlebotomy certification (as required by state)
• Minimum 6 months of venipuncture experience in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting
• 2-4 years of overall experience preferred
• At least 1 year of blood drawing experience
• Comfortable handling difficult draws (hard sticks)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• High School Diploma or GED

• Majority of the shift involves standing (with a lunch break)
• Medium-sized PSC environment
• Work alongside one other full-time employee
• Initial training (first two weeks) may require floating to other sites

• Full-time: 40 hours/week (8 hours/day)
• 20-50 draws per day
• Pediatrics and geriatrics experience preferred
• Required vaccines: MMR, TB, Hep B (declinable), and color vision requirement
• Hospital phlebotomy experience is a plus