PHLEBOTOMIST - GEORGETOWN OUTPATIENT LAB - FULL TIME - DAYS

Why Beebe?:

Become part of the Beebe team—an inclusive, mission‑driven organization located in a vibrant coastal community. At Beebe, you’ll build a rewarding career while making a meaningful impact on the health and well‑being of our patients. Join a team committed to excellence, collaboration, and compassionate care, and experience the fulfillment that comes from supporting a community that trusts and values the work you do every day.

In addition to competitive compensation and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision and prescription) Beebe Healthcare also offers:

• Sign-on and Referral Bonuses for select positions
• Tuition Assistance up to $5,250
• Paid Time Off
• Long Term Sick accrual
• Employer Contribution Plan
• Free Short and Long-Term Disability for Full Time employees
• Zero copay for drugs on prescription plan for certain conditions
• College Bound 529 Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Beebe Perks via WorkAdvantage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

Overview:

The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting and preparing blood specimens for laboratory testing while serving as a professional representative of the laboratory to patients and their families. This role involves reviewing physician orders, obtaining required clinical and demographic information, and printing daily draw lists. The Phlebotomist ensures accurate patient identification and verifies that the correct specimen type is collected for the tests requested, maintaining compliance with laboratory standards and patient safety protocols.

Responsibilities:

Specimen Collection & Phlebotomy

• Perform phlebotomy procedures competently, including venipuncture, micro-collection, bleeding times, blood cultures, therapeutic phlebotomy, and collection of Blood Bank specimens.
• Ensure positive patient identification prior to all specimen collections.
• Label specimens at the point of service and verify specimen accuracy and integrity.
• Ensure specimens are properly packaged and delivered to Specimen Processing or the main laboratory in a timely manner.

Patient Interaction & Customer Service

• Demonstrate professional bedside manner, positive attitude, and compassionate interaction with patients and families.
• Serve as a professional representative of the laboratory to patients and clinical staff.
• Perform medical necessity checks prior to outpatient phlebotomy services.

Registration & Information Systems

• Obtain, enter, and update patient information in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and Hospital Information System (HIS).
• Register patients in the HIS, including demographics and insurance information.
• Accurately interpret physician orders, order appropriate tests, and print specimen labels.

Communication & Workflow Coordination

• Answer incoming telephone calls to schedule tests, relay accurate information, and respond to STAT draw requests in a timely manner.
• Efficiently direct calls to the appropriate department or individual.
• Prioritize duties to manage workload efficiently and respond to fluctuating volumes and schedule changes.
• Utilize time effectively during lighter workloads to support departmental needs.

Safety, Equipment & Environment

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe patient drawing area.
• Maintain phlebotomy baskets and carts, ensuring all safety protocols are followed.
• Maintain equipment and inventory of required supplies.
• Adhere strictly to biohazard safety protocols, including:
  • Proper disposal of blood collection equipment
  • Changing gloves between patients
  • Safe use of the pneumatic tube system
  • Manual delivery of specimens when required

Training & Support

• Serve as a resource for phlebotomy procedures and laboratory workflows.
• Assist with training and mentoring new employees.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of phlebotomy techniques and specimen handling.
• Ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and patient safety.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Understanding of the Phlebotomy-Registrar role within laboratory operations, patient care, and healthcare business functions.

Qualifications:

• Entry-level graduates will be considered.
• Ability to communicate effectively, pleasantly, cooperatively, and discreetly with patients, physicians, hospital employees, and the general public.
• Demonstrates ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Willingness to expand knowledge and understanding of laboratory and hospital functions.
• Demonstrates creativity, initiative, and sound judgment in problem-solving situations.

Credentials:

• BLS - Basic Life Saving certification
• Phlebotomy certification required within one (1) year of hire.

Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent

Entry: USD $17.50/Hr. Max: USD $27.13/Hr.