North Mississippi Health Services
Phlebotomist, FT, Winfield IMA
North Mississippi Health Services, Winfield, Alabama, United States, 35594
Job Summary
The Phlebotomist at North Mississippi Health Services plays a critical role in the collection and transportation of lab specimens. This role ensures the accurate and efficient transport of lab‑related supplies, equipment, and specimens while adhering to regulatory guidelines and safety standards. The phlebotomist is responsible for proper specimen handling, processing, and conducting venipunctures, finger sticks, and other procedures on various patient populations.
Job Functions
Accurately and efficiently transports lab‑related supplies, equipment and specimens.
Transport specimens in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Responsible for maintenance and appearance of assigned specimen processing vehicles.
Abides all laws and regulations while driving assigned vehicle. Specimen Handling & Processing:
Properly identifies patients and collects specimens in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Processes specimens and accurately applies appropriate barcode labels prior to delivery to specific lab departments for testing.
Performs venipunctures, finger sticks, heel sticks, assists physician with bone marrow collection, point of care glucose and iSTAT testing in compliance with regulatory guidelines on all applicable patient populations at facility and area nursing homes. Communication:
Accurately and efficiently address/respond to inquiries concerning specimen processing. Customer Service.
Answer telephone in an polite and efficient manner. Employee Relations:
Works as part of a team with all Pathology and NMHS employees. Reporting/Recordkeeping:
Accurately reports point of care testing results in timely manner.
Accurately performs point of care quality control.
Accurately documents all necessary information on patient specimen tubes/containers and in Laboratory Information System (LIS).
Assist with maintaining inventory related to specimen processing. Education:
Participates in continuing education programs to maintain and expand skills. Regulation:
Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues.
Adheres to OSHA, CLIA, CAP & CLSI standards.
Qualifications Education
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent . Required
Licenses and Certifications
DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State
ASCP - Medical Technologist
Work Experience
1-3 years
Skills Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Proficient computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel); required
Good organizational and communication (written and verbal) skills; required
Knowledge of and appropriate handling of biohazardous specimens; required
Strong interpersonal skills; required
Prioritize and organize specimen procurement requests
Communicates effectively
Provides excellent service to internal and external customers
Efficiently and accurately provide assistance to customers
Must have extensive contact with: Laboratory and hospital staff (including physicians)
Must have good written and verbal communication skills
Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve
Physical Demands
Standing . Frequently
Walking . Frequently
Sitting . Occassionally
Lifting/Carrying . Frequently 50 lbs
Pushing/Pulling . Frequently
Climbing . Occassionally
Balancing . Occassionally
Stooping/Kneeling/Bending . Frequently
Reaching/Over Head Work . Occassionally
Grasping . Frequently
Speaking . Frequently
Hearing . Constantly
Repetitive Motions . Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations . Frequently
Benefits Available
Continuing Education
403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions
Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance
Wellness Programs and Incentives
Referral Bonuses
Employee Assistance Program
Medical Benefits
Dental Benefits
Vision Benefits
License + Certification Reimbursement
Life, Long‑Term and Short‑Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Employee Discount Program
Other:
Early Access to Earned Wages
Tuition Assistance
Relocation Assistance
Paid Time Away
Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Job Functions
Accurately and efficiently transports lab‑related supplies, equipment and specimens.
Transport specimens in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Responsible for maintenance and appearance of assigned specimen processing vehicles.
Abides all laws and regulations while driving assigned vehicle. Specimen Handling & Processing:
Properly identifies patients and collects specimens in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Processes specimens and accurately applies appropriate barcode labels prior to delivery to specific lab departments for testing.
Performs venipunctures, finger sticks, heel sticks, assists physician with bone marrow collection, point of care glucose and iSTAT testing in compliance with regulatory guidelines on all applicable patient populations at facility and area nursing homes. Communication:
Accurately and efficiently address/respond to inquiries concerning specimen processing. Customer Service.
Answer telephone in an polite and efficient manner. Employee Relations:
Works as part of a team with all Pathology and NMHS employees. Reporting/Recordkeeping:
Accurately reports point of care testing results in timely manner.
Accurately performs point of care quality control.
Accurately documents all necessary information on patient specimen tubes/containers and in Laboratory Information System (LIS).
Assist with maintaining inventory related to specimen processing. Education:
Participates in continuing education programs to maintain and expand skills. Regulation:
Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues.
Adheres to OSHA, CLIA, CAP & CLSI standards.
Qualifications Education
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent . Required
Licenses and Certifications
DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State
ASCP - Medical Technologist
Work Experience
1-3 years
Skills Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Proficient computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel); required
Good organizational and communication (written and verbal) skills; required
Knowledge of and appropriate handling of biohazardous specimens; required
Strong interpersonal skills; required
Prioritize and organize specimen procurement requests
Communicates effectively
Provides excellent service to internal and external customers
Efficiently and accurately provide assistance to customers
Must have extensive contact with: Laboratory and hospital staff (including physicians)
Must have good written and verbal communication skills
Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve
Physical Demands
Standing . Frequently
Walking . Frequently
Sitting . Occassionally
Lifting/Carrying . Frequently 50 lbs
Pushing/Pulling . Frequently
Climbing . Occassionally
Balancing . Occassionally
Stooping/Kneeling/Bending . Frequently
Reaching/Over Head Work . Occassionally
Grasping . Frequently
Speaking . Frequently
Hearing . Constantly
Repetitive Motions . Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations . Frequently
Benefits Available
Continuing Education
403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions
Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance
Wellness Programs and Incentives
Referral Bonuses
Employee Assistance Program
Medical Benefits
Dental Benefits
Vision Benefits
License + Certification Reimbursement
Life, Long‑Term and Short‑Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Employee Discount Program
Other:
Early Access to Earned Wages
Tuition Assistance
Relocation Assistance
Paid Time Away
Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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