Phlebotomist, PRN

Phlebotomist Schedule:

PRN, Nights Your experience matters Rutherford Regional Health System is part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a phlebotomist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ® . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. How you'll contribute A Phlebotomist who excels in this role: Review providers' orders, quick-register patients when needed, and place appropriate lab orders per the provider's requisition. Verify patient identity using two patient identifiers prior to collection. Obtain blood specimens via venipuncture, finger stick, or heel stick per policy; collect urine, throat, and nasal specimens as ordered. Label specimens with at least two identifiers plus date/time and collector initials; ensure specimen integrity and proper handling. Perform chain-of-custody urine drug screen collections and breath alcohol testing per policy. Coordinate therapeutic drug-monitoring collections in collaboration with nursing to align dose and draw time. Resolve unusual or unclear test orders by contacting the ordering provider, pathologist, nursing station, or reference lab; elevate unresolved items to the supervisor. Process and route specimens to the correct internal lab departments or reference laboratories according to policy. Maintain par levels of collection supplies; complete weekly departmental inventories. Participate in performance improvement activities and required education; perform other duties as assigned. Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

Employee Well-being :

Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

Professional Development :

Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. Competitive Pay Rates Superior Quality Patient Outcomes Supportive Leadership and Culture What we're looking for The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

Education:

High School diploma preferred.

License/Certification:

Phlebotomy certification preferred.

Certifications:

BCLS required (if applicable by facility policy). More about Rutherford Regional Health System Rutherford Regional Health System partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare is bringing the pieces together to transform healthcare in Rutherford County. Duke LifePoint Healthcare is a joint venture of Duke University Health System, one of the country's leading academic health systems, and LifePoint Health, a leading healthcare company dedicated to Making Communities Healthier. These two forces joined because of the shared interest in collaborating with hospitals, healthcare providers and patients to bring high quality, innovative healthcare services to communities. Duke LifePoint combines Duke's unparalleled expertise in clinical excellence and quality care with LifePoint's extensive resources and knowledge and experience operating community hospitals and healthcare organizations. Rutherford Regional Health System includes the following: Rutherford Regional Medical Center, Rutherford Family Care, Rutherford East Family Care, Forest City Family Care, Chase Family Care, Polk Medical Specialties, Rutherford Orthopedics, Rutherford Urology, Rutherford Children's Care, Premier Women's Care, The Mammography Place, and Rutherford Surgical Associates. EEOC Statement " Rutherford Regional Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rutherford Regional Health System is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment." Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

Qualifications:

['BCLS required', 'Phlebotomy certification preferred']