Job Description
The primary role of the Phlebotomist I is to provide support in performing various duties, troubleshooting, training, and offering workflow recommendations. This position involves collecting and storing specimens according to established procedures, explaining the process of venipuncture and other specimen collections clearly and courteously, and demonstrating techniques using straight and butterfly needles.
ResponsibilitiesPerform blood draws, label specimens, centrifuge specimens, record maintenance data, and decontaminate.Update patient information and collect/store specimens according to established procedures.Explain venipuncture and other specimen collection processes clearly and courteously.Demonstrate techniques using straight needles and butterfly needles.Understand physicians' orders and match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.Check test requisitions or computer labels against scripts to ensure accuracy.Package specimens for transport, store specimen samples according to required temperature, and follow procedures necessary for transport to maintain specimen integrity.Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and attend annual department trainings.Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.Essential SkillsPhlebotomy and blood draw expertise.Venipuncture experience across all age groups, from pediatric to geriatric.Excellent customer service skills.Phlebotomy certification (CPT).A minimum of 1 year of recent phlebotomy experience.Additional Skills & QualificationsProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.High School Diploma or GED.Open to individuals with at least 9+ months of experience.Work Environment
The position is based at Myrtle Beach operating from 7am to 4pm, Monday to Friday. The role requires standing for most of the day and involves drawing approximately 35-40 specimens daily. The work environment includes a patient service center or doctor's office, handling patients of all ages, and working alongside two other employees. There is a requirement for 3 weeks of training, including computer and hands-on training with HM and site coordinator.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $16.00 - $17.50/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Myrtle Beach,SC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2025.
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