Phlebotomist-12280

Job duties and responsibilities

Duties

• include, but are not limited to:
• Answer phones, schedule laboratory appointments, file records, and perform general administrative duties
• Serve as front desk receptionist by greeting patients, providing guidance, and directing inquiries appropriately
• Schedule specialized lab testing (e.g., glucose tolerance tests) and provide patient preparation instructions
• Maintain statistical and quality assurance records related to laboratory performance
• Update and verify patient information in MHS GENESIS
• Assist in training staff on phlebotomy and specimen collection procedures
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and required meetings
• Follow infection control guidelines and universal precautions

• Clinical responsibilities
• Perform venipuncture and capillary collections on a wide range of patients, including difficult draws
• Follow established procedures for specimen collection, labeling, and handling
• Use phlebotomy equipment such as syringes, butterfly needles, and vacutainer systems
• Conduct glucose and lactose tolerance testing with accurate timing and documentation
• Ensure proper patient identification and specimen labeling
• Communicate test procedures clearly to patients
• Identify and report discrepancies in patient or specimen data

• Additional responsibilities
• Maintain cleanliness, stock supplies, and assist with closing duties
• Handle biohazard materials in accordance with safety regulations
• Follow all laboratory safety and emergency procedures
• Complete required training, including MHS GENESIS and other government systems
• Collaborate with staff to ensure efficient laboratory operations
• Ensure compliance with CAP (College of American Pathologists) and TJC (The Joint Commission) standards

• Work environment & expectations
• Adhere to all military treatment facility (MTF) policies and procedures
• Maintain professionalism and effective communication across departments
• Support a safe and secure clinical environment

Monday–Friday, 7: 30 AM – 4:30 PM with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break Full-time, 40 hours per week