Baptist·Starkville, Mississippi
The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting blood samples using various venipuncture methods and transporting them to the laboratory for diagnostic testing. They also perform routine CLIA waived tests and maintain equipment and work areas.
The Phlebotomist draws blood samples to be used for diagnostic testing and transports samples to the appropriate laboratory. Provides updates to the patient areas on results of the tests. Performs appropriate CLIA waived routine tests or procedures in a clinical laboratory.
Job Responsibilities
Gathers specimens, samples, or supplies and makes basic preparations in a clinical lab environment.
Uses various venipuncture methods to collect patient blood samples and transports samples to the lab.
Evaluates positive patient identification reducing pre-analytical error and/or adverse patient outcome.
Tracks progress on samples and work orders and provides updates on results to patient areas.
Cleans and performs routine maintenance on work areas and equipment and documents equipment performance accurately.
Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.
Basic computer literacy skills.
Minimum Licensure, Registration, Certification
Desired Training: Training as acquired in an approved phlebotomy training program
Hospital Phlebotomy experience.
Desired Licensure, Registration, Certification
Candidates should have training from an approved phlebotomy program and basic computer literacy. Hospital phlebotomy experience and strong communication skills are desired.
Market context
Phlebotomist positions in Mississippi are commonly tied to hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic labs that need reliable specimen collection and patient-facing support. These roles can be competitive because employers often prefer candidates with phlebotomy certification, prior training or experience, and some laboratory background. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm whether your certification and hands-on collection experience match the posting before applying.
