Cancer Specialists of North Florida is recruiting for an experienced Phlebotomist for our busy St. Augustine Office. The Phlebotomist is responsible for performing a variety of blood-drawing techniques, including venipuncture, to collect blood specimens for laboratory procedures. This position involves direct patient interaction to obtain background info, explain procedures, and collect specimens.

The role also includes maintaining inventory and restocking supplies, preparing test order forms, processing, labeling, and storing blood samples, and performing other duties as assigned.

Key duties and responsibilities:

Perform aseptic blood drawing procedures including venipuncture using standard equipment (vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles)
Interact with patients to gather information, explain procedures, and ensure cooperation
Maintain positive patient identification and record collection info per protocols
Ensure specimen requirements and integrity
Initial, date, and time all collections
Process, label, and store blood samples
Prepare test order forms
Comply with laboratory/hospital policies and safety practices
Maintain inventory and restock supplies
Perform quality control procedures to comply with regulations
Assist with specimen processing and testing as needed

This is a full-time Monday-Friday position located at 121 Whitehall Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32086.

Additional skills:

Knowledge of office practices, medical terminology
Proficient phlebotomy procedures and blood handling
Basic verbal/written communication
Good organization and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Internet
Ability to communicate professionally with staff, patients, and public
Maintain patient confidentiality

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent
Certified phlebotomist or state licensure preferred; otherwise, at least one year recent related experience including three months clinical/hospital/lab practice