Job Description
Join a patient-centered clinical team collecting and processing blood specimens in a high-volume, regulated environment. You’ll deliver excellent donor / patient care, ensure specimen quality, and follow HIPAA / PHI standards at all times.
What you’ll do
Greet, screen, and prepare donors / patients; verify ID and consent; ensure confidentiality.
Perform venipuncture and capillary collections; monitor donors / patients and respond to adverse reactions.
Set up, operate, and disconnect collection equipment; dispose of biohazard materials per protocol.
Label, process, and document specimens accurately (EMR / LIS); maintain chain of custody.
Inspect and maintain phlebotomy stations, supplies, and PPE; escalate equipment issues.
Uphold infection control, safety, and quality standards; complete required logs and audits.
Provide compassionate, professional service; build rapport to support comfort and retention.
Must-have qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
MediClear (or equivalent HIPAA certification) required.
Superior customer service and communication skills; ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule (including some evenings / weekends / holidays as needed).
Nice to have
Phlebotomy certification (e.g., CPT, RPT) and / or prior clinical phlebotomy experience.
Familiarity with EMR / EHR / LIS workflows and specimen handling in a regulated setting.
Physical & safety requirements
Frequent standing / walking (6–8 hrs / shift); occasional squatting / crouching.
Manual dexterity for precise venipuncture and labeling; frequent hand / wrist movements.
Use of PPE (gloves, protective eyewear / garments; cold-gear as needed).
Work around biological fluids; occasional work in cold storage areas.
Pay & benefits
Competitive hourly pay with full medical, dental, vision options.
PTO, holidays, and 401(k) with employer match (plan eligibility rules apply).
Paid training, safety-first culture, and clear advancement pathways.
Requirements
Assistant
Phlebotomist • Saint Louis, MO, us