Responsible for collecting blood samples in accordance with hospital and laboratory policies, and federal, state, and local regulations. Tasks include labeling samples appropriately and logging all information related to tests performed and samples taken into a database and ensures the lab is ran efficiently while quality patient care delivered. This position reports to the phlebotomist lead

Essential Functions:

Collects and appropriately labels all specimens and secure collection by the correct lab to provide order accuracy
Establishes and maintains a smooth lab schedule and ensures the accuracy of patient orders to maintain efficient work flow
Maintains the lab inventory and ensures expired supplies are appropriately removed to prevent any disruptions in quality care
Explains blood draw procedures to patients and answers any questions about the process and may assist in patient outreach as requested to drive patient care engagement
Effectively communicate with clinical staff and providers related to patient needs and respond to changes in patient conditions while under care, escalating to other clinical staff and/or provider when necessary
Knowledge and understanding of all POC equipment to provide accurate results when utilized (perform EKG's as requested)
Maintains overall patient experience and safety, following all emergency clinical policies and protocols, to allow for optimal experience of care

Completion of Phlebotomy Course
Phlebotomy Certificate
Basic Life Support

Tampa General is a private not-for-profit hospital and one of the most comprehensive medical facilities in West Central Florida serving a dozen counties with a population in excess of 4 million. As one of the largest hospitals in Florida, Tampa General is licensed for 982 beds, and with over 15,000 team members, is one of the region’s largest employers. Consistently recognized for world-class care, Tampa General Hospital is ranked as the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report for 2024-25 and is nationally ranked as among the top 50 hospitals in the nation in eight specialties. Additionally, Tampa General was ranked as “high performing,” or among the top 10% of hospitals in the nation, in five more specialties along with 12 procedures and conditions. TGH partners with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine to pioneer breakthrough treatments, conduct game-changing clinical research and train the next generation of health care professionals. TGH is the region's only academic health system, having been affiliated with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine since the school was created in the early 1970s. TGH is the area’s only Level I trauma center and one of two ABA-verified Adult & Pediatric burn centers in Florida. With five medical helicopters, we are able to transport critically injured or ill patients from 23 surrounding counties to receive the advanced care they need. The hospital is home to the leading organ transplant center in the country, having performed more than 14,000 adult solid organ transplants, including the state’s first successful heart transplant in 1985. Tampa General Hospital is committed to serving all residents of West Central Florida. We provide comprehensive health services, ranging from wellness and primary care to the most complex specialty care and post-acute services.

Phlebotomist 2 - USFTGP Healthpark Family Care

Phlebotomist 2 - USFTGP Healthpark Family Care

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