specimen collection technician

Northwell Health

<div>Job Description

Collects blood from patients following established standards and practices. Assures the quality of the specimen. Assumes the responsibility for the safety and comfort of patient.

Job Responsibility

1.Assesses the physical condition of the site to be used for blood collection; selects appropriate equipment for the chosen method of collection; draws blood from adult, pediatric and infant patients; conducts appropriate specimen delivery to laboratory 
2.Interprets and verifies orders including patient identification; calculates quantity needed for diagnostic study; labels specimen according to policy. 
3.Assesses physical condition of the patient during phlebotomy and takes appropriate action; maintains phlebotomy supply levels. 
4.Follows approved standard precautions including, but not limited to the use of aseptic techniques, protective gear, discard of contaminated equipment, and other isolation precautions, as directed; follows administrative guidelines in the operation of the Ambulatory Lab, Pre-Admission Testing. 
5.Instructs patients regarding collection of blood, urine, sputum and stool specimens, nasal swabs; processes specimens to proper area of lab. 
6.Identifies and communicates problems to appropriate supervision 
7.Restocks lab supplies. 
8.Assesses the type of blood work required for elective pre-op patient according to policy and requirements.
 
9.Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

Job Qualification
<div>
1.High School Diploma or equivalent required. 
2.Current Phlebotomy Technician Certification preferred plus specialized certifications as needed. 
3.0-5 years of technical experience, required. 
<ul><li>Additional Salary Detail</li></ul>
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).</div></div>

Phlebotomist

GastroMed, LLC

<div>JOB TITLE: Laboratory Technician
REPORTS TO: Vice President
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY:
The Laboratory Technician is responsible for the collection, processing, handling, storage, and shipment of biological specimens in support of clinical research studies. This role ensures strict adherence to study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and laboratory regulatory standards while maintaining high-quality sample integrity and accurate documentation.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:
Required:<ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate&rsquo;s or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a scientific field preferred</li><li>Minimum 1&ndash;2 years of phlebotomy and/or laboratory experience (clinical research experience preferred)</li><li>Knowledge of GCP, IATA shipping regulations, and laboratory best practices preferred</li></ul>
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Specimen Collection &amp; Patient Interaction<ul><li>Perform venipuncture (phlebotomy) and other protocol-required specimen collections</li></ul>
(e.g., urine, saliva, stool)<ul><li>Prepare patients for sample collection in accordance with protocol requirements (fasting,</li></ul>
timing, etc.)<ul><li>Ensure proper patient identification and labeling of specimens</li><li>Maintain professionalism and patient comfort during all procedures</li></ul>
Sample Processing &amp; Handling<ul><li>Process biological samples per protocol (centrifugation, aliquoting, freezing, etc.)</li><li>Ensure timely handling to preserve specimen integrity</li><li>Maintain temperature logs for freezers, refrigerators, and ambient storage areas</li><li>Perform routine equipment checks and calibration documentation</li></ul>
Shipping &amp; Logistics<ul><li>Prepare and ship specimens according to IATA and sponsor guidelines</li><li>Complete all required shipping documentation and chain-of-custody logs</li><li>Coordinate with central labs and couriers to ensure timely delivery</li><li>Troubleshoot shipping discrepancies or delays</li></ul>
Inventory &amp; Kit Management<ul><li>Maintain inventory of laboratory kits, supplies, and consumables</li><li>Track kit lot numbers, expiration dates, and study-specific requirements</li><li>Ensure proper storage and organization of kits</li><li>Reconcile kit usage and maintain accountability logs</li></ul>
Documentation &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Accurately document all lab activities in source documents and/or electronic systems</li></ul>
(eSource/EDC)<ul><li>Maintain laboratory binders, logs, and regulatory documentation</li><li>Ensure compliance with GCP, OSHA, CLIA (if applicable), and study protocols</li><li>Assist with monitoring visits, audits, and inspections</li></ul>
Quality &amp; Safety<ul><li>Follow infection control and safety procedures at all times</li><li>Ensure proper handling and disposal of biohazard materials</li><li>Participate in quality improvement initiatives and SOP adherence</li><li>Report deviations, issues, or safety concerns promptly</li></ul><div></div><div> 
BENEFITS</div><ul><li>
We offer a competitive salary; Employee Health Insurance is covered at 100%. We also offer Dental, Vision, Life, and 401 (k) Benefits.</li></ul></div>

Laboratory Technician

Heritage Valley Health System

<div>Department: Laboratory, Work Hours: rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.

The Laboratory Processing Technician II is responsible for the performance of EKGs, collection of specimens within the employee&rsquo;s scope of training including legal specimen collection, and preparation of all specimen types. Assists with patient registration, laboratory report distribution and other clerical duties. Mans and troubleshoots the pre-analytical automation as assigned. Provides training and/or orientation for internal employees and external customers. Promotes and maintains a professional manner in all situations.

Requirements

Four year high school graduate or GED equivalent with phlebotomy or Medical Assistant Training and ACT 169 clearance.

Successful completion of Acts 73 and/or 169 clearances within 90 days of commencing employment, if applicable.

Preferred: A.S.C.P. certification in phlebotomy</div>

Lab Processing Tech II - Phlebotomist

Northwest Medical Center

<div>What We Offer<ul><li>
Competitive Pay + Shift Differentials</li><li>
Medical, Dental, Vision &amp; Life Insurance</li><li>
Generous Paid Time-Off (PTO)</li><li>
Extended Illness Bank (EIB)</li><li>
Tuition Reimbursement</li><li>
Matching 401(k)</li><li>
Clinical Ladder Program</li><li>
Employee Referral Bonus Program</li><li>
Opportunities for career advancement</li><li>
Rewards and recognition programs</li><li>
Additional perks and discounts</li></ul>
Job Summary 
 
The Phlebotomist is responsible for the proper collection of blood specimens to support accurate laboratory testing for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. This role ensures positive patient identification, timely specimen collection, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. The Phlebotomist provides exceptional patient care by maintaining professionalism and demonstrating effective communication during interactions with patients, staff, and visitors. 
 
Essential Functions<ul><li>
Performs venipuncture and capillary blood collection following laboratory policies and procedures to ensure accurate and timely specimen collection.</li><li>
Ensures positive patient identification by using two patient identifiers and labeling specimens at the patient&rsquo;s bedside to prevent errors.</li><li>
Prepares, packages, and transports specimens to the laboratory while maintaining sample integrity and adhering to safety protocols.</li><li>
Explains procedures to patients, providing reassurance and addressing concerns to ensure a positive patient experience.</li><li>
Cleans, sterilizes, and maintains phlebotomy equipment and workspace in compliance with safety and infection control standards.</li><li>
Accurately documents patient and specimen information in the laboratory system, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.</li><li>
Collects timed specimens as ordered, prioritizing and efficiently completing phlebotomy tasks to meet clinical needs.</li><li>
Identifies and resolves specimen issues, including addressing rejections and recollecting samples when necessary.</li><li>
Collaborates with healthcare team members to clarify orders, resolve collection challenges, and communicate specimen status.</li><li>
Adheres to all laboratory and hospital safety requirements and follows Laboratory procedures to ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li><li>
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.</li><li>
Complies with all policies and standards.</li></ul>
Qualifications<ul><li>
0-2 years of phlebotomy experience required</li></ul>
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities<ul><li>
Knowledge of safety guidelines, sanitation, and infection control protocols.</li><li>
Ability to perform blood collection techniques successfully across all age groups (neonates to geriatrics).</li><li>
Understanding of standards for patient identification, specimen handling, and lab testing requirements.</li><li>
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with patients, staff, and physicians.</li><li>
Ability to multitask, remain calm in stressful situations, and adapt to a dynamic environment.</li><li>
Proficiency in distinguishing sample types and understanding order-of-draw requirements for lab testing.</li><li>
Demonstrates a high level of attention to detail and accuracy in specimen collection and documentation.</li></ul></div>

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

<div>Scope of Position
The Outpatient Service Centers include the phlebotomy draw stations located at various locations around the Greater Columbus Area. Sites include but are not limited Ross Heart Hospital, Martha Morehouse Pavilion, Outpatient Care Dublin, Outpatient Care New Albany, Outpatient Care Lewis Center, Outpatient Care Gahanna, Outpatient Care Upper Arlington, Outpatient Care East, and Hilliard, hours may vary per site to accommodate each outpatient location&rsquo;s operational and patient service needs. Job functions include but are not limited to specimen collection, specimen processing, and point of care/specimen testing (where applicable).
Position Summary
The patient service technician (PST) performs specimen collection by both venipuncture and capillary puncture, specimen labeling, and specimen processing. Verifies accuracy and quality of specimens collected and dispatches specimens to appropriate testing locations and performs training of others in these techniques. Also performs test requisition entry, greets and directs patients through the lab and gathers complete patient information necessary to complete the registration and accessioning of all procedures done in the area. May also perform point of care testing; ensures accuracy of results and Quality Control measures by maintaining equipment and instruments. Follows policy for chain of custody record keeping for pre-employment urine drug screen collections.
Minimum Qualifications
For Hire: High school diploma or GED is required. At least 1 year of relevant experience is required. Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification is preferred, but not required.
On going: Maintains certification status (if applicable); meets mandatory education and health surveillance requirements. Demonstrates competence in technical, interpersonal, and cognitive skills required meeting essential job functions.
Regular 40 First Shift</div>

Patient Services Technician

The University of Kansas Health System

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Position Title
</h1></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Phlebotomist
College Point Medical Pavilion
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Position Summary / Career Interest:
</h2>The University of Kansas Health System Phlebotomist is a position within the clinical laboratory that is responsible for interpreting orders for lab work from providers within The University of Kansas Health System which are entered in the Hospital Information System and orders from outside providers that are presented as a manual order. The Phlebotomist must be able to interpret these orders and accurately identify the correct tube type for each test.
 
 
The Phlebotomist follows regulatory, accreditation, safety and hospital standards, policies and procedures, and performs positive patient identification for each patient prior to blood draw and confirming patient identification after labeling the tubes. In the ambulatory setting, the Phlebotomist presents labeled tubes to the patient to confirm proper labeling. In the in-patient setting, the Phlebotomist matches the labeled tubes with the patient's wristband.
 
 
The Phlebotomist understands the importance of all pre-analytical variables such as positive patient identification, correct tube types, specimen conditions and integrity and how they affect laboratory results, and participates in quality assurance and quality improvement activities. The Phlebotomist releases orders out of the Hospital Information System (HIS) and receives specimens in the Laboratory Information System (LIS); and processes specimens to include centrifugation, aliquoting urine and pouring off plasma or serum if necessary for testing.
 
 
The Phlebotomist is considered the &quot;face&quot; of the clinical laboratory and is expected to represent the laboratory and themselves in a professional, respectful and courteous manner at all times. The Phlebotomist follows AIDET guidelines for customer service and patient satisfaction.
 
 
Additionally, the Phlebotomist working in the ambulatory setting must prepare specimens for transport by scanning the bar-coded sample onto a LIS packing list. The Phlebotomist must be able to troubleshoot difficult orders and assist with troubleshooting missing specimens when indicated. This position performs some data entry functions, manages requisitions and answers telephones to assist Laboratory customers. The Phlebotomist must be patient focused and capable of multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
<ul><li>Performs blood draws by venipuncture according to standard protocol, ensuring patient safety and quality specimen collection.
</li><li>Performs specimen collection using appropriate techniques and adhering to requirements. Provides patients and/or care providers with instructions and necessary materials for specimen collection
</li><li>Provides immediate patient care if patient exhibits sign of a post-venipuncture reaction, typically vaso-vagal.
</li><li>Pro-actively assesses patient presentation and escorts patient to draw room with recliner if patient is an adolescent or young adult or states that they typically have a reaction to having their blood drawn.
</li><li>Performs data entry in applicable information systems in compliance with departmental and organizational policies
</li><li>Demonstrates knowledge of specimen collection techniques and requirements.
</li><li>Ensures proper container type, centrifugation, and transport conditions for specimens. Able to determine appropriateness of specimens for add-on testing.
</li><li>Releases orders on ambulatory health system patients with orders in HIS
</li><li>Receives samples in LIS, prints bar code labels and affixes labels to specimens. Enters outside orders in LIS when copy of outside order is scanned into HIS.
</li><li>Consults Phlebotomy Coordinator, Supervisor or Lab Leadership when appropriate if situation requires assistance
</li><li>Provides assistance to nursing staff when requested.
</li><li>Performs specimen processing duties such as aliquoting urine and separating blood samples when required for testing.
</li><li>Understands pre-analytical variables that can impact test results: Container Type, Time, Temperature, Centrifugation, labeling. Able to determine appropriateness of specimens for addon testing
</li><li>Responds to telephone inquiries and provides customer service to the end caller by addressing their needs and troubleshooting.
</li><li>Instructs, orients and mentors students, employees, patients and other health care providers as applicable.
</li><li>Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies
</li><li>Other duties as assigned which may include NP, oral, or nasal swab collections with appropriate PPE.
</li><li>May be expected to provide coverage at alternate locations to help meet critical staffing level needs, as requested by management.
</li><li>Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
</li>These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required. 
<li>
</li></ul> 
Required Education and Experience
<ul><li>High School Graduate
</li><li>Less than 1 year 6 months experience in an internal phlebotomy training program OR
</li><li>1 or more years experience in specimen collection and processing OR
</li>completion of an external phlebotomy program 
<li>
</li></ul> 
Preferred Education and Experience
Advanced level of skill in adult and pediatric phlebotomy 
<ul><li>
</li></ul> 
Preferred Licensure and Certification
<ul><li>Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP)
</li>Valid driver's license recommended 
<li>
</li></ul> 
Required Language Skills
<ul><li>Fluent English - ability to understand, read, write, and speak English
</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Time Type:
</h2>Part time
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Requisition ID:
</h2>R-51311
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Important information for you to know as you apply:
</h3><ul><li>The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity &amp; Inclusion .
</li><li>The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu .
</li><li>Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.
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Centers Health Care

<div>Centers Laboratory of New Jersey is actively searching for Phlebotomists to work Full-time for our Laboratory located in Bergen County, NJ. The ideal candidate will have 2 years of prior experience and excellent interpersonal skills!

Reports to: Phlebotomy Supervisor

Will work in multiple locations

Position Summary:

Phlebotomists are professionals who specialize in drawing blood from patients. Their responsibilities include interviewing and preparing the patient for the blood draw. They are required to follow strict precautionary safety procedures in order to limit the risk of contact with potentially infectious blood and other bodily fluids.

Record keeping and labeling are also major duties of phlebotomist, to ensure that the right tests are performed on the correct blood specimens.

Duties and Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Accurately identify patients using a wristband, documents or through known visual identification</li>
<li>Receive assignments, assemble supplies and equipment required to perform specimen collection according to established standards, policies, and procedures</li>
<li>Accurately identifies priorities such as Stat, timed, or routine</li>
<li>Determine the right venipuncture method based on patient age, health etc.</li>
<li>Reassure patients and help them relax</li>
<li>Find veins that are suitable for puncture</li>
<li>Draw blood using proper equipment and techniques</li>
<li>Keep all sharps, needles, and equipment out of reach of the patient and properly dispose of these and all medical waste</li>
<li>Follow the proper test tube order of draw</li>
<li>Use appropriate personal protective equipment</li>
<li>Ensure optimal quality and quantity of samples for the test and tube required</li>
<li>Label test tubes correctly and send or deliver them for testing</li>
<li>Does not attempt to draw any patient more than two times and request help if necessary</li>
<li>Answer patient questions and provide useful information</li>
<li>Keep accurate patient records</li>
<li>Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards while working</li>
<li>Monitor the patient for reactions; monitor equipment operations</li>
<li>Educate patient on immediate after care</li>
<li>Maintain a clean and sanitary space</li>
<li>If trained on specimen storage and centrifugation, use all appropriate procedures</li>
<li>Ensure patient confidentiality</li>
<li>Attend all required company meetings and training programs</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
<ul>
<li>High school degree or equivalent</li>
<li>Phlebotomy Technician certificate preferred</li>
<li>Without certificate must have completed a hospital or major lab training program</li>
<li>Understanding of standard blood drawing practices and procedures</li>
<li>2 years proven experience as a phlebotomist</li>
<li>Good interpersonal skills and communication</li>
<li>Able and flexible to work nights, evening hours, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts</li>
<li>Strict adherence to safety regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals</li>
<li>Knowledge of aseptic and sterilization techniques</li>
<li>Valid State issued driver&rsquo;s license with a good driving record</li>
<li>Must have adequate automobile insurance</li>
<li>Must have access to a vehicle in good driving condition</li></ul></div>

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