Phlebotomist

About the role

AdventHealth is hiring a full-time Phlebotomist for its Hendersonville, North Carolina facility. The position works night shifts and covers blood collection, specimen handling, point-of-care testing and related laboratory support tasks.

Key responsibilities

• Collect blood specimens by phlebotomy and skin puncture for all age groups, and verify patient, physician and test order information
• Receive, process and transport patient specimens, including centrifugation and aliquoting; load preanalytical instruments or deliver specimens to the testing department
• Perform point-of-care testing, including quality control, maintenance, troubleshooting, documentation and result reporting
• Perform cytopreparatory staining, set up primary specimen cultures and inoculate petri dishes for bacterial growth
• Perform blood and/or blood component processing, storing, shipping and selecting compatible products using a validated Transfusion Information System
• Clean and disinfect laboratory equipment and spaces, maintain inventory and stock supplies
• Participate in performance improvement activities, such as evaluating new equipment and procedures
• Resolve customer service issues within guidelines and support education of clinical staff
• Answer the telephone and perform clerical and receptionist duties
• Handle hazardous waste after completing required initial and refresher training

Required profile

• High school graduate or equivalent (technical/vocational school preferred)
• Completion of a phlebotomy training program preferred
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand conversational English
• Ability to handle infectious biological specimens, caustics, toxic chemicals and irritants safely
• Driver's license preferred
• Additional licensure or certification may apply depending on the unit or state

Required skills

• Phlebotomy skills
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to learn and use computer applications and peripherals
• Waived testing, if applicable

What we offer

• Pay range of $15.37 to $24.60
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance from day one
• Paid time off from day one
• 403(b) retirement plan
• 4 weeks of 100% paid parental leave
• Career development and whole-person well-being resources
• Pet benefits