Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL
Phlebotomist, Nights
Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL, Birmingham, Alabama, United States, 35275
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Phlebotomist, Nights
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Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL .
Full-time, Nights: 7p-7:30a.
Benefits
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
401(k) with matching
Student loan repayment for eligible roles
Job Summary The Phlebotomist is responsible for the proper collection of blood specimens to support accurate laboratory testing for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. This role ensures positive patient identification, timely specimen collection, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. The Phlebotomist provides exceptional patient care by maintaining professionalism and demonstrating effective communication during interactions with patients, staff, and visitors.
Essential Functions
Performs venipuncture and capillary blood collection following laboratory policies and procedures to ensure accurate and timely specimen collection.
Ensures positive patient identification by using two patient identifiers and labeling specimens at the patient’s bedside to prevent errors.
Prepares, packages, and transports specimens to the laboratory while maintaining sample integrity and adhering to safety protocols.
Explains procedures to patients, providing reassurance and addressing concerns to ensure a positive patient experience.
Cleans, sterilizes, and maintains phlebotomy equipment and workspace in compliance with safety and infection control standards.
Accurately documents patient and specimen information in the laboratory system, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Collects timed specimens as ordered, prioritizing and efficiently completing phlebotomy tasks to meet clinical needs.
Identifies and resolves specimen issues, including addressing rejections and recollecting samples when necessary.
Collaborates with healthcare team members to clarify orders, resolve collection challenges, and communicate specimen status.
Adheres to all laboratory and hospital safety requirements and follows laboratory procedures to ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
0-2 years of phlebotomy experience required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of safety guidelines, sanitation, and infection control protocols.
Ability to perform blood collection techniques successfully across all age groups (neonates to geriatrics).
Understanding of standards for patient identification, specimen handling, and lab testing requirements.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with patients, staff, and physicians.
Ability to multitask, remain calm in stressful situations, and adapt to a dynamic environment.
Proficiency in distinguishing sample types and understanding order-of-draw requirements for lab testing.
Demonstrates a high level of attention to detail and accuracy in specimen collection and documentation.
About Grandview Medical Center Grandview Medical Center is a 434-bed tertiary care hospital located on Highway 280 in Birmingham, serving patients in the city and surrounding communities. Offering a wide range of specialties—from heart care and labor and delivery to robotic-assisted surgery—the hospital is home to advanced services including a Level III trauma center, certified Chest Pain Center, recognized stroke center, cardiac cath lab, and specialized intensive care units. With a dedicated team of physicians and staff representing all major specialties, Grandview is committed to being a place of healing, caring, and connection for patients and families in the community.
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Phlebotomist, Nights
role at
Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL .
Full-time, Nights: 7p-7:30a.
Benefits
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
401(k) with matching
Student loan repayment for eligible roles
Job Summary The Phlebotomist is responsible for the proper collection of blood specimens to support accurate laboratory testing for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. This role ensures positive patient identification, timely specimen collection, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. The Phlebotomist provides exceptional patient care by maintaining professionalism and demonstrating effective communication during interactions with patients, staff, and visitors.
Essential Functions
Performs venipuncture and capillary blood collection following laboratory policies and procedures to ensure accurate and timely specimen collection.
Ensures positive patient identification by using two patient identifiers and labeling specimens at the patient’s bedside to prevent errors.
Prepares, packages, and transports specimens to the laboratory while maintaining sample integrity and adhering to safety protocols.
Explains procedures to patients, providing reassurance and addressing concerns to ensure a positive patient experience.
Cleans, sterilizes, and maintains phlebotomy equipment and workspace in compliance with safety and infection control standards.
Accurately documents patient and specimen information in the laboratory system, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Collects timed specimens as ordered, prioritizing and efficiently completing phlebotomy tasks to meet clinical needs.
Identifies and resolves specimen issues, including addressing rejections and recollecting samples when necessary.
Collaborates with healthcare team members to clarify orders, resolve collection challenges, and communicate specimen status.
Adheres to all laboratory and hospital safety requirements and follows laboratory procedures to ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
0-2 years of phlebotomy experience required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of safety guidelines, sanitation, and infection control protocols.
Ability to perform blood collection techniques successfully across all age groups (neonates to geriatrics).
Understanding of standards for patient identification, specimen handling, and lab testing requirements.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with patients, staff, and physicians.
Ability to multitask, remain calm in stressful situations, and adapt to a dynamic environment.
Proficiency in distinguishing sample types and understanding order-of-draw requirements for lab testing.
Demonstrates a high level of attention to detail and accuracy in specimen collection and documentation.
About Grandview Medical Center Grandview Medical Center is a 434-bed tertiary care hospital located on Highway 280 in Birmingham, serving patients in the city and surrounding communities. Offering a wide range of specialties—from heart care and labor and delivery to robotic-assisted surgery—the hospital is home to advanced services including a Level III trauma center, certified Chest Pain Center, recognized stroke center, cardiac cath lab, and specialized intensive care units. With a dedicated team of physicians and staff representing all major specialties, Grandview is committed to being a place of healing, caring, and connection for patients and families in the community.
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