Phlebotomist/Clinical Laboratory Associate

Phlebotomist/Clinical Laboratory Associate

Join our growing laboratory team and play a key role in delivering high-quality patient care. Under the general direction of the Client Service Manager and the Director of Laboratory Services, the Phlebotomist / Clinical Lab Associate is responsible for collecting blood specimens and supporting essential laboratory operations.

This role combines hands-on phlebotomy (venipuncture) with specimen processing, patient registration, and laboratory data entry. You'll ensure accurate handling and documentation of specimens to support timely and reliable clinical analysis.

Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection for patients

Accurately register patients and enter orders into the Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Process, label, and accession specimens for clinical testing

Verify and manage requisitions and specimen documentation

Maintain proper specimen handling, storage, and transport protocols

Support overall laboratory workflow in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Travel to other locations as needed to support departmental coverage

Ensure compliance with HIPAA, safety, and infection control standards

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Completion of an accredited Phlebotomy Training Program preferred

Minimum 1 year of phlebotomy experience preferred

Previous laboratory experience and computer/data entry experience preferred

Phlebotomy certification preferred

Strong venipuncture and specimen collection skills

Ability to work independently and multitask in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

High attention to detail and organizational skills

Proficiency with laboratory systems and computer applications

Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and departmental needs

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance

Be part of a collaborative and mission-driven healthcare team

Gain experience across both phlebotomy and laboratory operations

Opportunities for professional growth and skill development

Make a direct impact on patient diagnosis and care

Candidates must be available for a consistent training schedule to ensure successful completion of all required competencies prior to working independently.

Training Schedule:

Must be available to train a minimum of three (3) days per week

Training hours are day shift only, typically 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM (inpatient) or 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (outpatient), depending on training focus.

Length of training varies based on individual progress and successful completion of required competencies

To maintain active per diem status after completion of training, employees must meet the following requirements:

Must be available to work a minimum of three (3) shifts per month

Shifts are self-scheduled using a convenient scheduling app, based on departmental needs and availability