Phlebotomist Job at Lexington Medical Center in Columbia

Overview

Lab Administration; Full Time, AM Shift (0330-1400 Fri-Mon).

Lexington Health is a comprehensive network of care including six community medical and urgent care centers, physician practices, and Lexington Medical Center. It has been recognized for excellence in nursing care and patient care services. This role focuses on phlebotomy and specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and supporting the Lead Phlebotomist with technical and administrative tasks in the laboratory.

Sign-On Bonus: 0

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture/capillary puncture for blood specimen collection across all age groups (neonate to geriatric) and ensure patient confidence through professional technique.
• Perform waived and moderate complexity point-of-care testing; document instrument and reagent QC and perform preventative maintenance as required.
• Collect NP washings/swabs, throat cultures, and other specimen types as trained and certified; follow policies for laboratory operations and Laboratory Information System.
• Assist in specimen procurement and processing services; handle patient reception, test accessioning, telephone communications, and distribution of reports; manage callback queue for delivery of results.
• Participate in the development of training curricula, CE activities, QA projects; train and orient new employees.
• Maintain proficiency testing records and ensure testing of proficiency samples mirrors patient specimen procedures.
• Maintain workflow and collaboration to ensure uninterrupted patient care and continuous operation of the section; support shift leadership as charge tech as needed.
• Stay current with policy changes and participate in continuing education as scheduling allows.
• Adhere to safety and compliance standards (CLIA, CAP, JCAHO, FDA, DHEC, OSHA) and ensure proper specimen handling and reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum Years of Experience: 1 Year of Experience
• Substitutable Education & Experience (Optional): 1 Year of Experience may be substituted for completion of a formal Phlebotomy/Medical Assistant program or Lexington Medical Center Phlebotomy Apprenticeship
• Required Certifications/Licensure: None
• Required Training: None

Essential Functions

• Maintain high skill level in venipuncture/capillary collection and meet productivity and specimen quality standards.
• Perform procurement for diverse populations; document quality control and maintenance; support NP washings/swabs and other specimen collections as trained.
• Handle patient reception, test accessioning, and report distribution; coordinate with ordering physicians.
• Train and supervise new staff; monitor policies and procedures; participate in ongoing education.

Benefits

• Day One medical, dental, and life insurance benefits
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for health care and dependent care
• 403(b) with employer match from day one (up to 6%)
• Employer-paid life insurance (1x salary); optional supplemental coverage
• Adoption assistance; short-term and long-term disability after 90 days
• Tuition reimbursement; student loan forgiveness

Equal Opportunity Employer: Lexington Health provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or pregnancy-related conditions.

Nearest Major Market: Columbia, South Carolina