Phlebotomist Laboratory - Specimen Collect

JOB TITLE: Phlebotomist Laboratory - Specimen Collect DEPT: Laboratory LOCATION: Maury Regional Medical Center - Columbia, TN

PRN, Shifts vary as needed MAURY REGIONAL HEALTH: At Maury Regional Health, patients are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to clinical excellence and compassionate care, offering exceptional service. As a top-rated organization, we foster an inclusive, collaborative work environment where innovation and patient care lead the way.

The Phlebotomist – Laboratory Specimen Collection is responsible for the accurate and timely collection, identification, labeling, processing, and distribution of blood, urine, and other biological specimens. This position ensures specimens are collected and handled according to established laboratory procedures, quality standards, and infection-control requirements while providing accurate information regarding specimen requirements and testing procedures.

The Phlebotomist supports efficient laboratory operations through proper documentation, effective communication, quality practices, and excellent patient and customer service. DUTIES: Collects blood and other biological specimens as ordered, following established procedures and demonstrating competency in age-specific collection techniques. Accurately identifies, labels, receives, documents, and processes specimens in the Laboratory Information System (LIS), including required collection and specimen comments.

Follows established standards for blood culture collection, specimen integrity, patient identification, transportation, and preparation of specimens for internal testing or shipment to reference laboratories. Adheres to universal precautions, infection-control practices, and safety requirements, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and collection devices. Maintains established productivity standards while supporting clerical and laboratory functions, including answering telephone inquiries and providing information regarding specimen requirements, testing procedures, and expected turnaround times.

Maintains an organized and properly stocked work area and collection cart, monitors supplies, and promptly reports shortages, equipment concerns, or operational issues. Completes required departmental documentation, logs, and records, including line draws, re-sticks, cleaning logs, and other specimen collection documentation. Communicates pending or delayed specimens and other relevant information during shift transitions, provides professional customer service, collaborates with coworkers, and participates in departmental Quality Management and Performance Improvement activities.

JOB

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred
• Completed Course or Program in/as Phlebotomy Program Preferred
• 1 Year of Related Experience Preferred WHY MAURY:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plans & PTO
• Educational Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement & Career Advancement Navigation
• Employee Discounts
• Childcare Services
• Adoption Assistance For more information: About Maury Regional Health MISSION, VISION & VALUES: MISSION: Clinical excellence. Compassionate care. Every patient. Every day. VISION: To be the trusted choice for health and wellness in southern Middle Tennessee by delivering a safe, seamless and patient-centered experience. VALUES: W – Wholeness: Wellness-centered care of mind, body & spirit for our patients & health care team. E – Empathy : Understanding the feelings of others as we walk with them on their path to wellness. C – Community: Creating relationships, connections & trust. A – Advocacy: Defending the rights of all to be heard. R – Respect: Treating everyone with dignity & respect. E – Engagement: Actively involving all stakeholders in creating better health outcomes for southern Middle Tennessee STRATEGIC ANCHORS:
• Quality patient care
• Highly effective teams
• Stewardship of resources
• Innovative culture Maury Regional Health is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity in all aspects of the employer/employee relationship. Maury Regional Health grants equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origins (including ancestry), genetic information, disability, age, military/national guard/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression, or other status protected by state or federal law. Statements made by applicants for employment on this application form will be checked for accuracy. Maury Regional Health campuses are tobacco-free. All tobacco use is prohibited.