Phlebotomist- Tampa

Job description

Position Summary

Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health

Job Title: Phlebotomist

Schedule Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

Department: Laboratory

Location: 2727 W MLK Jr Blvd Tampa FL 33607

*must have strong computer skills*

Position Summary:

This position is expected to function independently or with minimal supervision in all laboratory areas and duties including but not limited to, performing phlebotomy, specimen processing, and clerical duties, all of which are to be performed in a timely and efficient manner. Display competence in performing all the job expectations described with in this job description. It is expected that all Lab Assistant II be proficient in all areas of Phlebotomy, Specimen Processing and Clerical duties and be able to assist with the laboratory operation should a temporary absence of supervision occur.

Why is Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health your best place to work?

• Education & Career Growth - Tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), and leadership development programs.

• Health & Wellness - Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, free virtual visits, and well-being programs.

• Financial & Retirement - Up to 5% employer match on retirement contributions.

• Work-Life Balance - Four weeks of paid parental leave, PTO, and flexible leave options.

• Family & Pet Support - Fertility benefits, adoption assistance, backup care for children/elders/pets, and pet insurance.

Responsibilities

What You Will Do

Front Office Functions

Provides support in the areas of patient registration, demonstrates a thorough knowledge of third-party reimbursement requirements and regulations

Performs start up duties prior to opening Lab

Adds tests for add-ons and handles recollects

Properly charges STATs to HMO's

Copies of insurance cards

Uses proper stamps on orders such as FROZEN, Labcorp, Quest

Prints daily logs

Dispenses Petty Cash

Faxes reports from previous day

Handling of drug screens collections

Quotes lab prices

Making deposits

Print labels for requisitions and specimens

Properly obtains ABN forms for Medicare patients

Obtains orders from Intergy or patients

Obtains and uses valid diagnosis codes

Properly identification of patients

Collects any monies from patients and issue receipts

Challenges ambiguous orders and handles according to protocol, and taking takes verbal orders

Verify patient insurance information

Provide services for patients and doctors' offices such as lab results

Directs incoming faxes to correct personnel

Answers phone and assist callers, properly transfers calls

Properly calls or faxes any panic or stat results to appropriate provider per written protocol

Quantity/Timeliness of work that produces optimal productivity

Performing tasks with minimal errors

Understands and has the know how to perform assigned tasks

Ability to master and understand new work routines in this area

Degree and willingness to put forth in performing these tasks

Phlebotomy Properly identifies patient at draw point

Verify orders and requisitions match, checking all tests

Perform peripheral IV insertion

Communication with immediate supervisors(s) on any issues that may impact patient care

Uses proper phlebotomy technique Ensures ABN is properly filled out and signed

Uses Personal Protective Equipment when performing venipuncture

Properly prepares specimen for transport

Labels specimens properly

Supplies proper information on requisitions pertaining to draw such as Date, time, initials, number and type of tube drawn

Properly interprets orders

Able to draw 6 patients an hour (35 to 40 patients per day)

Rarely needs a butterfly to draw patients. (Ask assistance before using a butterfly)

Keeps requisitions filed in folder and assists with preparing the folders for scanning

Provides phlebotomy services to doctor's offices when needed such as Special Procedures and Family Practice

Back Office Prepares reports for distribution

Loads any specimens passed through

Supplies missing billing information such diagnosis to remote labs

Works internal billing charges, no more than 3 days behind

Keeps daily requisitions filed correctly and neatly

Works outstanding tests report for LabCorp and Quest

Works error logs for LabCorp and Quest

Retrieves results and transmit requisitions when needed

Directs incoming mail to correct personnel

Performs mail-outs daily, obtaining correct addresses for outside providers

Processing Specimens Properly spin down specimens when needed, checking for fibrinogen and clots

Pour off any specimens needed for special transport tubes

Prepare specimens for transportation with couriers

Distributes and handles STATs according to protocol

Performs "Clean-outs" in Flex-e Suite

Inventory Keeps accurate Inventory of supplies

Checks and monitors supply levels weekly, not running out

Orders supplies on a scheduled routine basis such as monthly

Distributes supplies to remote labs such as in-house tubes

Distribute supplies to patients with instructions

Keeps supply area neat and clutter free

Computer Utilization Knows how to look up results and print in Intergy, Flex-e Suite, LCM

Knows how to print patient demographic sheets and insurance cards

Can load insurances into Intergy and set proper coverage

Create requisitions in Clinicians for Labcorp, Quest, LIS

Can perform Result retrieval and transmissions

Able to print billing reports or work lists for STAT, MAIL, and Fax logs

Performs "Clean-outs" in Flex-e Suite

Able to register a new patient in Intergy or make changes to existing information

Properly loads drug studies

Knowledge of hospital and laboratory information systems, specimen processing, billing, reference testing and scheduling

Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards

Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures

Performs all other duties as assigned

Other Related Functions Maintains an organized and clean work area

Places phones on and off service at the appropriate time

Participates in maintenance of office supplies

Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

Travel to different FMC work locations as requested not limited to Zephyrhills, Dade City, Land O' Lakes, Wesley Chapel, Tampa, Brandon.

Ability to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the department

Always maintains positive customer service relationships and proactively responds to customer service issues

Qualifications

Qualifications High School Graduate of equivalent required.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Strong computer proficiency

Demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others

Ability to plan, organize and manage multiple priorities

Excellent Phlebotomy skills for both pediatric and geriatric patients

Must obtain within six (6) months of hire; phlebotomy certification from:

American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

National Phlebotomy Association (NPA)

American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT)

National Health career Association (NHA) or any certification program requiring a phlebotomy rotation with a minimum of 100 patient collections.

CPR Certification required

Experience MINIMUM 1 year experience required

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Strong computer proficiency

Demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others

Ability to plan, organize and manage multiple priorities

Excellent Phlebotomy skills for both pediatric and geriatric patients

Updated: 09/16/2026

Worksite address

tampa, FL, 33646, US

Who can apply

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