Job Description
Phlebotomist/Clinical Laboratory Associate
Schedule: Per Diem
Pay Range: $21.00 - $29.00 / Hourly
Shift: Variable Shifts
Hours: Variable
About this role
Job Summary
Join our dedicated laboratory team and make a meaningful impact on patient care every day. Under the general direction of the Associate Client Services Manager and Phlebotomy Supervisor, the Phlebotomist/CLA plays a vital role in collecting high-quality blood specimens and ensuring accurate laboratory processing.
In this role, you will be responsible for performing blood draws on patients of all ages and entering laboratory requisitions into the Laboratory Information System with precision and attention to detail.
What You'll Do
- Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection for patients
- Accurately register patients and enter orders into the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
- Process, label, and accession specimens for clinical testing
- Verify and manage requisitions and specimen documentation
- Maintain proper specimen handling, storage, and transport protocols
- Support overall laboratory workflow in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- Travel to other locations as needed to support departmental coverage
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA, safety, and infection control standards
What We're Looking For
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Experience
- Minimum 1 year of phlebotomy experience preferred
- Previous laboratory experience and computer/data entry experience preferred
Licensure/Certification
- Phlebotomy certification preferred
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong venipuncture and specimen collection skills
- Ability to work independently and multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- High attention to detail and organizational skills
- Proficiency with laboratory systems and computer applications
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and departmental needs
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a collaborative and mission-driven healthcare team
- Gain experience across both phlebotomy and laboratory operations
- Opportunities for professional growth and skill development
- Make a direct impact on patient diagnosis and care
Per Diem Phlebotomist/Clinical Lab Associate - Training Requirements
Candidates must be available for a consistent training schedule to ensure successful completion of all required competencies prior to working independently.
Training Schedule:
- Must be available to train a minimum of three (3) days per week
- Training hours are day shift only, typically 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM (inpatient) or 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (outpatient) , depending on training focus.
- Length of training varies based on individual progress and successful completion of required competencies
Per Diem Status Requirements
To maintain active per diem status after completion of training, employees must meet the following requirements:
- Must be available to work a minimum of three (3) shifts per month
- Shifts are self-scheduled using a convenient scheduling app, based on departmental needs and availability
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $21 - $29 Hourly
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Daily paid, Full time, Shift work, Day shift, 3 days per week