Hospital Phlebotomy Technician

About the Role

Join Sonora Quest Laboratories/ Laboratory Sciences of Arizona, a leading diagnostic lab, where your work supports life-saving medical testing and patient care. This role offers hands-on impact and career growth in a high-demand healthcare setting.

Position Summary

This position may be located within a Hospital Facility, Patient Service Center (PSC), In Office Phlebotomy (IOP) or Mobile Diagnostic Services (MDS) and may be responsible for providing coverage at multiple locations. The role involves the collection and receipt of biological specimens, their entry into the company's computer system, preparation of samples for analytical testing, and distribution of specimens. This includes pre and post-analytical testing aspects and performing specified analytical testing as assigned. Adheres to the Code of Conduct, established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and professional standards.

Physical Demands/Environment Factors

• Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently.
• Required to lift, push, and/or pull up to 25 pounds.
• Requires manual dexterity.
• Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids, chemical, electrical, and biological hazards.
• Ability to distinguish colors.
• Ability to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly.
• Requires use of computer, printers, copiers, telephone, fax, and department-specific equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must exhibit personal maturity and responsibility.
• Excellent reading, writing, and math abilities.
• Communicates effectively in oral and written formats sufficient to demonstrate comprehension.
• Ability to perform detailed work; work with frequent interruptions, multi-task, problem-solve, and memorize.
• Ability to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly.
• Detail-oriented and exceptional organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must exhibit skills in exceptional customer service.
• Must pass on-site competency evaluation and/or assessment as defined by the department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement of 18.
• High School diploma or equivalent may be required dependent on state regulatory requirements.
• Basic knowledge of department resource materials.
• Completion of a phlebotomy program or phlebotomy experience.
• Phlebotomy certification as defined by state regulations.
• Position may require DHS Fingerprinting Certification or the ability to obtain fingerprint certification.
• Dependent on department/location, candidate must possess a valid state driver's license in the state of employment and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.
• Float positions require travel, flexible hours to work multiple locations, and coverage at mobile phlebotomy facilities/in-office phlebotomy locations with minimal notice. Must be flexible and available based on staffing requirements, including weekends, holidays, and overtime. May be required to work occasional on-call duties (weekends, evenings, early AM).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (Spanish/English).
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Additional related education and/or experience.