Phlebotomist, Part-time
AuthoraCare Collective
About the Role
AuthOraCare Collective is seeking a part-time Phlebotomist for their Home-based primary and palliative care service line. This is a field-based position working three (3) days per week, offering flexible scheduling.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform venipuncture, finger sticks, and heel sticks to obtain blood specimens from patients of all ages.
- Ensure accurate patient identification and labeling of specimens.
- Adhere to infection control and safety procedures.
- Maintain organized and clean workstations.
- Communicate effectively with patients to ensure comfort and understanding of procedures.
- Properly handle and store blood samples, ensuring timely delivery to the laboratory.
- Record patient information and specimen details accurately in relevant systems.
- Follow all healthcare regulations, protocols, and guidelines.
- Assist with inventory management and ordering of supplies.
- Collaborate with healthcare staff for efficient operations and quality patient care.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to specimen collection and processing.
- Work with patients of all ages and handle difficult situations with patience and professionalism.
- Identify patients with orders for lab draws.
- Schedule lab encounters and document all patient activity in EMR as applicable.
- Make routine phone calls to patients/caregivers and clinical staff to finalize appointments.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification preferred.
- Previous experience in a hospital, clinic, or laboratory setting as a phlebotomist.
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Valid state-issued driver's license.
- Must carry automobile liability insurance.
- Must have own transportation.
- Knowledgeable about medical terminology.
- Flexibility in a demanding work environment.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Team mentality, flexibility, and willingness to learn.
- Ability to communicate effectively, multi-task, and work under pressure.
- Uphold HIPAA compliance.
- Technologically savvy and familiar with Microsoft Office products including:
- Word
- Excel
- TEAMS
- Accuracy and neatness in record keeping.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Use flexibility, sound judgment, and handle varying workload and responsibilities.
- Ability to reach, bend, and/or stoop frequently with sufficient mobility.
- Ability to operate computer, telephone, copier, and fax machines.
- Ability to lift and transport 5-30 lbs.
- Recent experience working with patients as a Phlebotomist.
- Customer service oriented, compassionate, and friendly.
- Strong decision-making skills.
- Self-starter who can work effectively in a team environment.
- Maintain patient records using EMR.
- Complies with all agency processes and HIPAA regulations.
- Applies agency values in decision-making and interactions.
- Promotes a positive work environment through effective teamwork.
- Able to navigate and learn Athena EMR.
Qualifications
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification preferred.
- Previous experience as a phlebotomist in a hospital, clinic, or laboratory setting.
- HIPAA compliance knowledge.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, TEAMS).
- Experience with EMR systems, specifically Athena EMR is a plus.