Phlebotomist III

Position Title: Phlebotomist III
Work Location: 2410 Centerville Place, Tallahassee, FL 32301
Assignment Duration: 3 months
Work Schedule: 1st Shift / 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Monday–Friday)
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Vaccines Required:
RTB
(Hepatitis B offered but may be declined)

Color Vision Screening Required: Yes

They will be drawing, processing, and handling specimens for patients of all ages including pediatric and geriatric populations. We are looking for at least 3 years of phlebotomy experience.
· How many draws are required daily 30–40

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Position Summary:

The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, troubleshooting, training, and making workflow recommendations while ensuring high-quality patient care and specimen integrity.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Experience performing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data, decontamination, and updating patient information.
• Collect and store specimens according to established procedures.
• Clearly and courteously explain venipuncture and other specimen collection procedures (urine, fecal, etc.) to patients.
• Demonstrate proper technique using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
• Understand and follow all physician orders accurately.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test orders.
• Verify all test requisitions or computer labels against scripts for 100% accuracy.
• Package specimens for transport while maintaining integrity and required conditions.
• Store specimens at appropriate temperatures and in proper containers per protocol.
• Follow all OSHA and DEP regulations and safety standards.
• Participate in annual department trainings and ongoing education.
• Answer telephone calls and provide laboratory-related information as needed.

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Qualification & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 6 months of phlebotomy experience required; 3+ years preferred
• Experience performing venipuncture in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and general computer knowledge
• Strong patient interaction and communication skills
• Ability to work in a high-volume environment and stand for extended periods

 

At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's starting pay is: $23.00/hr.