Phlebotomy Specialist

Gastro Health is seeking a skilled Phlebotomist to join our team of healthcare professionals. As a Phlebotomy Specialist, you will be responsible for collecting blood samples from patients, ensuring accurate and efficient processing of specimens, and maintaining a safe and clean work environment.

• Collect blood samples from patients using venipuncture and capillary techniques
• Process and handle specimens for laboratory testing
• Interact with patients of diverse backgrounds and provide exceptional customer service
• Receives, sorts, and accesses specimens, assigning to appropriate pre-analytic and analytic workflow
• Completes computerized tasks related to patient registration and/or test order entry, specimen collection, receiving, and processing
• Performs basic post-analytic tasks, including distributing reports, storing, and/or retrieving specimens
• Completes quality-related tasks, such as documentation of work, maintaining a clean, stocked, and safe work area, and monitoring pending work, as well as escalating priority work
• Prepare all collected specimens for testing and analysis, including proper use of centrifuge and packaging of tests for send-out to reference lab
• Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected timeframes
• Ability to compassionately and effectively interact with patients of all ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs, and behaviors
• Ability to work in a collaborative setting where the communication of current, factual, and relevant work information is required
• Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care
• Administrative and clerical duties as necessary

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Phlebotomy certification from an accredited agency is preferred
• At least 1 year of phlebotomy experience; will consider candidates with no experience but must have recently completed a phlebotomy program
• Experience in the use of Lab Information Systems (LIS) and Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Proven track record in providing exceptional customer service
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Comfortable working under minimal supervision
• Knowledge of medical terminology obtained through previous medical practice experience
• Willingness to learn and assist technician in laboratory a plus

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our eligible employees:

• 401(k) retirement plans with employer Safe Harbor Non-Elective Contributions of 3%
• Discretionary profit-sharing contributions of up to 4%
• Health insurance
• Employer contributions to HSAs and HRAs
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary life insurance
• Voluntary disability insurance
• Accident insurance
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Identity theft insurance
• Legal insurance
• Paid time off
• Discounts at local fitness clubs
• Discounts at AT&T

Additionally, Gastro Health participates in a program called Tickets at Work that provides discounts on concerts, travel, movies, and more.

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Gastro Health is the one of the largest gastroenterology multi-specialty groups in the United States, with over 130+ locations throughout the country. Our team is composed of the finest gastroenterologists, pediatric gastroenterologists, colorectal surgeons, and allied health professionals. We are always looking for individuals that share our mission to provide outstanding medical care and an exceptional healthcare experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our eligible employees.

Gastro Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, gender, disability, protected veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

We thank you for your interest in joining our growing Gastro Health team