Phlebotomist (Float)

Phlebotomist (Float)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Location: Regional travel required
Pay: $22/hour, based on experience

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Phlebotomist to join a Patient Service Floater team. This position provides phlebotomy and specimen processing support across multiple patient service centers and clinic locations within a designated region.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working in different healthcare environments, adapting to new teams and workflows, and traveling as needed to provide coverage. This is a great opportunity for a phlebotomist who enjoys variety and is looking to expand their experience across multiple clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures, capillary collections, and non-blood specimen collections.

• Properly identify patients and accurately collect, label, and process specimens.

• Centrifuge, split, freeze, package, and prepare specimens according to laboratory requirements.

• Enter patient demographics, insurance information, and laboratory orders accurately.

• Contact provider offices to verify missing orders, diagnosis codes, or patient information.

• Maintain clean and compliant collection areas and follow all laboratory safety and HIPAA requirements.

• Properly dispose of biohazard materials and sharps and utilize appropriate PPE.

• Maintain accurate patient collection and travel logs.

• Monitor inventory and report supply shortages.

• Provide professional and compassionate service to patients, providers, and clinic staff.

• Travel to different clinic locations, sometimes on short notice, to provide coverage.

Travel Requirements

This is a true floater position, so flexibility with travel is essential.

• Typically travel within approximately a 2-hour radius of the assigned market.

• Additional travel outside the normal radius, including travel to other states, may occasionally be required.

• Overnight stays may be required on occasion.

• Reliable personal transportation, valid driver's license, and proof of auto insurance are required.

• Mileage is reimbursed at the applicable company rate.

• Schedules are generally planned in advance, but floaters may be asked to cover last-minute or same-day staffing needs.

Training

The initial training period includes:

• Week 1: Training at a designated training location. Hotel accommodations may be provided when travel is required.

• Week 2: On-site training with a lead or supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

• 1-3+ years of hands-on phlebotomy and specimen processing experience.

• Formal training in phlebotomy, medical assisting, or a related medical program preferred.

• Phlebotomy certification preferred and may be required depending on the state.

• Comfortable performing venipunctures using different collection equipment and needle sizes.

• Strong attention to detail and specimen identification/labeling accuracy.

• Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to different clinical environments.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Organized and able to manage changing priorities.

• Comfortable working with different providers, managers, and clinical teams.

What Makes Someone Successful

The strongest candidates will be:

• Flexible and comfortable working in different locations.

• Organized and detail-oriented.

• Confident with phlebotomy and specimen processing.

• Professional and adaptable when working with new teams.

• Comfortable with regional travel and occasional overnight stays.

• Able to remain calm and productive when schedules or assignments change.

• Reliable and willing to step in where coverage is needed.

As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.

For California Applicants:

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.