What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist/Processor position at interpath?
We are seeking a friendly, dependable, and hardworking Phlebotomist to join our team at a busy family medicine clinic. This fast-paced role requires someone who is reliable, organized, adaptable, and committed to providing excellent patient care to a diverse patient population of all ages, including pediatrics.
Responsibilities include phlebotomy for clinic and walk-in patients, point-of-care testing (POCT), resulting, data entry, and quality control documentation. Pediatric and POCT experience are preferred, and experience with Epic is a plus. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who works well in a collaborative team environment and thrives in a fast-paced setting.
Pay: Starting at $20/hour, with opportunities for advancement based on experience and performance.
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:45 AM–5:45 PM, with a one-hour lunch break.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision with In-Network & Custom Network discounts
- 401(k) with discretionary employer match
- Paid Time Off
- Free clinical diagnostic laboratory testing performed in house
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Administrative duties: Providing excellent customer service, answering phones, and monitoring for instrumentation alarms.
- Technical responsibilities: Performing venipuncture for blood collection, obtaining additional specimen types as required, and preparing all samples for lab testing and screening.
- Accurate data management: Verifying specimen information, performing data entry, and properly identifying patient information.
- Specimen handling: Receiving, processing, and packaging samples for referral labs while maintaining specimen integrity.
- Compliance: Following safety protocols, HIPAA policies, Medicare rules, and participating in quality assurance.
- Flexibility: Covering work shifts at different sites as needed to ensure smooth operations.
- Reliability: Maintaining consistent, punctual, and reliable attendance to ensure continuity of operations and support for our team and patients.
Education & Certification:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience:
Required:
- Minimum of 1 year of phlebotomy experience
Preferred:
- Point-of-care testing (POCT) experience
- Pediatric phlebotomy experience
- Experience with Epic EMR
Skills & Competencies:
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Patient-focused, helpful, and proactive approach to supporting patients and coworkers
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Strong computer skills and comfort with data entry
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality patient care
- Reliable, dependable, and adaptable
Physical Requirements:
- Laboratory setting with automated equipment emitting ambient sounds.
- High level of staff interaction in close quarters; must hear alarms to ensure timely response to safety needs.
- Regular handling of potentially infectious samples, with required protective gear (lab coat, gloves, goggles, face shield).
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, crawl, twist, and walk on uneven surfaces throughout the day.
- Frequent bending, extended standing, and lifting up to 30 pounds.
- Flexibility to work extended hours or overtime as needed.
OSHA Category: This role involves exposure to blood, body fluids, and/or tissues, with Hepatitis-B vaccination offered to all performing these duties.
About Us: Interpath Laboratory is a family-owned and operated clinical and anatomic pathology laboratory serving communities across Oregon, Washington, Nebraska, and Idaho. With more than 90 locations and over 60 years of steady growth, we are one of the Pacific Northwest’s leading independent laboratories, with plans for continued and strategic expansion into the Midwest.
We are known for delivering rapid, reliable, and cost-effective laboratory testing while maintaining the flexibility, innovation, and personal connection that come from remaining independent. Our success is built on strong relationships—with our clients, our patients, and most importantly, our employees.
At Interpath, we foster a collaborative, supportive work environment where teamwork, professionalism, and positive attitudes matter. We believe great results start with great people, and we are committed to creating a workplace where employees can build meaningful careers while making a real impact in the communities we serve.
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