Phlebotomist

Located at Highland District Hospital (Hillsboro, OH)

Full-Time and Part-Time Evening Shift (Variable Hours) With Weekend and Holiday Rotation

Position Summary:

Phlebotomists/Processors I collect blood specimens while providing prompt and courteous customer service to our patients. Phlebotomists/Processors I send those specimens to the laboratory without delay, and within the requirements needed to protect specimen integrity.  Phlebotomists/Processors I receive and perform basic processing of all types of laboratory specimens within the laboratory, communicating vital information to the technical and hospital health care teams.

Responsibilities:

• Perform venipuncture and capillary punctures following departmental procedures, ensuring proper patient identification, specimen labeling, handling, processing, and preparation for testing or transport.
• Receive, deliver, and load specimens using appropriate computer systems while organizing and expediting specimen and order flow.
• Assist with problem-solving related to patient draws, orders, and specimens.
• Operate and maintain departmental equipment, including the paging system, pneumatic tube station, centrifuges, and printers.
• Communicate courteously and efficiently, demonstrating strong customer service skills.
• Complete all required training and competency assessments for new or updated procedures and equipment.
• Perform inventory checks, stock supplies, and assist in training new employees when requested.
• Follow all regulatory requirements, corporate integrity standards, departmental policies, and safety protocols, including universal precautions and proper sharps/biohazard disposal.
• Work at other locations and perform shift- or location-specific duties as needed, along with any other assigned tasks.

Qualifications:

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Some experience or training in phlebotomy or laboratory science is preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a reliable method of transportation to get to and from assigned work locations.

Physical & Safety Demands:

• Must be able to walk 3–4 miles per day.
• Must be able to walk or stand for the duration of the entire shift.
• Will have exposure to biohazardous substances and hazardous chemicals.
• Must be familiar with and adhere to the Company’s safety, ergonomic, and health policies.
• Must comply with all PPE requirements when in the laboratory or other biohazard areas.
• Must complete required safety training and health evaluations in a timely manner.
• Must anticipate safety hazards, address unsafe situations, and promote safety awareness.