• Job Description

  Req#: JP-005327421

  Job Title: Phlebotomist I

  
  

  Job Description

  The primary role of a Phlebotomist I is to assist in performing various tasks including troubleshooting, training, and making workflow recommendations to enhance efficiency within the lab setting.

  Responsibilities

  • Conduct blood draws, label specimens, centrifuge specimens, record maintenance data, and perform decontamination procedures.
  • Update patient information accurately and collect and store specimens according to established procedures.
  • Clearly explain the venipuncture and other specimen collection processes, such as urine or fecal, in a courteous manner.
  • Demonstrate techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
  • Fully comprehend and follow all physicians' orders.
  • Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
  • Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
  • Verify test requisitions or computer labels against scripts to ensure 100% accuracy.
  • Package specimens for transport, ensuring proper storage at required temperatures.
  • Place samples in appropriate collection containers/tubes, accurately label, and follow specific protocols to maintain specimen integrity during transport.
  • Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
  • Attend annual department trainings.
  • Answer telephone inquiries and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

  Essential Skills

  • Valid phlebotomy certification for the state of employment, as required in some states.
  • Minimum of 6 months' experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • 0-2 years of experience in the field.

  Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience in pediatric and geriatric phlebotomy.
  • Bachelor's degree.

  Work Environment

  The position is located at a large, busy patient service center and involves working in an Integrated Outpatient (IOP) setting. The phlebotomist will see all age groups, from pediatric to geriatric, and is expected to perform 30 to 40 draws daily. The role requires standing for most of the time and working collaboratively with one other phlebotomist. Training will take place at a designated location in Columbia, SC, and the work hours are Monday to Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM.

  Pay and Benefits

  The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $18.00/hr.

  Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
  classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
  subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
  available for this temporary role may include the following:

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

  Workplace Type

  This is a fully onsite position in Charleston,SC.

  Application Deadline

  This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2025.

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