Phlebotomist II - Silverton

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Phlebotomist II to join our team. This position involves working in a third-party clinic focusing on women's health and reproductive care, as well as in a Patient Service Center in Hood River. You will play a crucial role in providing exceptional healthcare services to our patients.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients warmly as they arrive at the lab.
• Perform blood draws and label specimens accurately.
• Centrifuge specimens and record maintenance data.
• Decontaminate and update patient information as needed.
• Collect and store specimens following established procedures.
• Explain the venipuncture process clearly and courteously to patients.
• Demonstrate techniques using straight needles and butterfly needles.
• Ensure all laboratory requisition forms match specimen tubes.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as per test order requirements.
• Verify test requisitions or computer labels against scripts for accuracy.
• Package specimens properly for transport.
• Store specimen samples at the required temperature and place them in the appropriate collection container or tube.
• Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and attend annual department trainings.
• Handle telephone inquiries and read laboratory results to patients.
• Prepare the site for procedures, manage insurance, billing, and process samples.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in drawing blood and phlebotomy techniques.
• Experience with venipuncture, using both straight and butterfly needles.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to understand and follow physicians' orders.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and patient information management.
• Experience with data entry and specimen processing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Phlebotomy certification.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 6 months of phlebotomy experience.
• Previous customer service experience in any setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to take feedback well and eagerness to learn.
• Patient-first mindset.
• Positive, hardworking personality that takes initiative and works well with others.
• Proven reliability and positive attendance record.

Work Environment

This position is part of a strong team environment within a global company, offering opportunities for growth and movement into different departments such as lab, sales, and client services. The contract duration is initially slated for 3 months, with potential extensions based on business needs and performance. While primarily based at one location, there may be rare instances where floating to a nearby location is required. The work environment emphasizes a positive culture and offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Silverton, Oregon.