Phlebotomist/Specimen Collector

Job Description

Core Diagnostic Laboratories is looking to hire an experienced and motivated Phlebotomist/Specimen Processor to be a part of our growing laboratory team located in Birmingham, AL. This position will be in Florence, AL.

MUST HAVE PHLEBOTOMY EXPERIENCE. The ideal candidate will have experience drawing blood, ordering and processing blood, urine, and stool specimens. Must be knowledgeable and able to swab for covid, flu, and strep throat also must be comfortable handling biohazardous materials with provided PPE. This position will be responsible for the collection of all specimens and preparation for shipping to Laboratory.

Must have reliable transportation. This position covers multiple clinics in need. PEDS EXPERIENCE a plus but will need common knowledge.

Responsibilities:

· Able to swab for covid, flu, strep throat.

· Accurately order all tests listed on the patient requisition form

· Appropriately process samples according to the testing criteria

· Prepare samples for shipment to laboratory

· Follow HIPPA regulations and Universal Precautions

· Evaluate sample integrity (clots, hemolysis, etc.)

· Communicate issues to management in a timely manner

Skills:

· Phlebotomy- difficult sticks.

· Attention to detail

· Sample processing experience

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team

· Efficient in computer operations

· Previous lab experience is preferred

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid training

Healthcare setting:

• Clinic

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Travel requirement:

• Travel

Work Location: In person