Phlebotomy Tech, Full-Time, Evenings
Company: Prisma Health
Location: Greenville
Posted on: November 3, 2025
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Job Description:
Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Job
Summary Collects specimens from patients and assumes responsibility
for the safety and comfort of patients, following established
standards and practices. Accessions samples into computer system
for accurate testing and billing and obtains signed documents as
needed. Reviews outstanding workload reports. Performs Point of
Care testing and sample processing if assigned. Accountabilities
Uses correct technique, policy, and protocol in collection and
process of all specimens. Verifies identification of patient and
specimen. Properly labels specimens with required information. Uses
correct alternate patient identification procedures if hospital
armband is not available (outpatient, use of Typenex bracelets,
etc.). 10 % Inputs and assesses information via the hospital and
laboratory computer systems accurately and timely. Reviews
collection lists, unreceived lists, tracking logs, and telephone
log for completion of work. Takes appropriate action as needed.
Instructs patients on preparation or collection for tests ordered
and distributes collection containers when necessary. Organizes and
prioritizes tasks and uses time efficiently. 10 % Follows safety
procedures and responds correctly and immediately to safety
violations and safety drills. Reports and documents immediately
personal exposure to hazardous or infectious situations. Uses
available PPE and safety equipment when needed; disinfects
equipment as required. Assures patient safety is maintained
throughout collection/procedure and knows notification process if
patient has adverse reaction. Obeys all patient precautions at
bedside or noted on order. 10 % Processes specimens for testing
including identifying, sorting, aliquoting, centrifuging, and
labeling specimens appropriately. Assures proper storage and
retention of all specimens for their designated time. Packages and
prepares specimens for transport while maintaining appropriate
specimen temperature for stability. 10 % Restocks an item in use,
assuring its availability to the next person/shift. Maintains work
area in a clean, orderly manner. Monitors expiration dates of all
supplies and reagents and follows established protocol.
Participates in work unit action plans and supports department
based goals. Supports customer service, quality and financial
initiatives in a positive and productive manner. 10 % Communicates
with patients and guests in a timely and courteous manner. Uses
positive interpersonal skills in all patient /customer
interactions. Receives incoming calls, documents incoming requests
for blood collection or other information, and coordinates
collections as needed. Communicates pertinent information to other
team members using approved communication methods. 10 % Performs
account registrations and orders tests in multiple laboratory
systems in a timely manner. Collects appropriate consents for
preauthorizations and Advanced Beneficiary Notice as required.
Completes clerical duties such as scanning of all relative patient
data and tracking monthly workload performance. Records orders for
lab tests and accurately provides appropriate reports to proper
personnel according to compliance regulations. Communicates with
and faxes information to physician offices concerning orders or
billing information. Dispatches or arranges couriers for pickup.
Floats to multiple client locations and patient sevice centers. 10
% Performs POC testing accurately if assigned, using established
protocol and QC. Notifies appropriate caregiver of critical values.
10 % Instructs new employees and students in procedure, technique
and theory as assigned and documents proficiency on checklist.
Informs appropriate person of problems noted in an individual's
training process. 10 % Completes all required 6-month and annual
competencies in required time frame with documentation in personnel
file. Completes required training for age specific patients.
Participates in Continuing Education (CE) program annually . 10 %
Supervisory/Management Responsibilities N/A Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent 3 Month training in phlebotomy
Certification In Lieu Of In Lieu of the education and experience
requirements noted above, … Required Certifications, Registrations,
Licenses N/A Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Knowledge of
general phlebotomy equipment Interpersonal and Communication skills
Previous experience if no formal training Basic computer skills
Knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier) Proficient computer
skills (word processing, spreadsheets, database) Data entry
telephone proof-read documents Work Shift Evening (United States of
America) Location Greenville Memorial Med Campus Facility 1008
Greenville Memorial Hospital Department 10087022
Laboratory-Phlebotomy Share your talent with us! Our vision is
simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities
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individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.
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