Phlebotomy Specialist

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Phlebotomy Specialist to join our team at St. Joseph Hospital - Nashua, NH. As a Phlebotomy Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of our laboratory services by collecting and processing clinical specimens for testing.

• Collect blood and other clinical specimens from patients using established protocols and procedures.
• Verify patient identification and ensure accurate labeling and handling of specimens.
• Operate laboratory information systems to enter and retrieve patient data, and to order laboratory tests.
• Perform administrative and clerical tasks, such as registering patients, maintaining patient records, and sending reports to physicians.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers and other laboratory staff to ensure timely and accurate collection and processing of specimens.
• Participate in quality assurance and quality control activities to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and hospital policies.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of laboratory procedures, policies, and protocols to ensure accurate and efficient specimen collection and processing.

• National certification (ASCP or equivalent) in Phlebotomy is preferred but not required.
• 6 months experience in phlebotomy preferred.
• Training in an approved school or program of phlebotomy is desired, but on-the-job training and experience will be evaluated through display of job knowledge and skills.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

This position requires the ability to perform a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Lifting/carrying frequently up to 35 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care.

We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities. Our core values are:

• Compassion: We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.
• Integrity: We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.
• Collaboration: We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.
• Excellence: We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.