Float Pool Phlebotomist - Certified - Central Resource Office - Full-time - Days

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Pay Range:

$19.71 - $25.62

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Position Overview

SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job)

The Float Pool Phlebotomist provides dedicated phlebotomy support across acute care nursing units, functioning as a mobile resource to support timely lab collection and patient throughput.  The role partners closely nursing and clinical teams to ensure efficient specimen collection, reduce delays in care, and enhance the patient experience.

The Phlebotomist is responsible for performing venipuncture and capillary collections with a high degree of accuracy, while prioritizing STAT and time sensitive orders.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CPT) required.

Experience:

Minimum one year of related experience preferred.

Other Credentials:

Knowledge and Skills:

Special Training:

Training in Phlebotomy including practical as well as classroom training.

Basic computer skills

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:

Strong interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.

Usual Work Day:

12 hours - 7am-7pm

Reporting Relationships

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs accurate venipuncture and capillary blood collection across assigned nursing units
• Serve as a float resource responding to real time unit needs
• Prioritize STAT, timed and urgent lab collections to support clinical decision making and patient flow
• Collaborate with nursing staff to coordinate lab draws and minimize delays in care
• Ensure proper patient identification, specimen labeling, and adherence to all collection protocols
• Maintain integrity of specimens, including proper handling, transport, and storage
• Perform blood culture collections using strict aseptic technique and established protocols to minimize contamination rates and support accurate diagnostic results
• Navigate between unit efficiently while maintaining productivity and responsiveness
• Monitor and communicate delays, difficult draws, or patient concerns to nursing staff and department leadership
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and ensure supplies are adequately stocked across supported units
• Utilize electronic systems to review orders, document collections, and track workflow
• Adhere to infection prevention, safety, and quality standards at all times
• Observe patient condition and respond appropriately to adverse reactions during collection
• Performs other duties as required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent physical demands include:

Occasional physical demands include: Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities , Keyboard use/repetitive motion , Taste or Smell , Talk or Hear

Continuous physical demands include: Sitting , Standing , Walking , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead

Lifting Floor to Waist 50 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 50 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Accurate Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease

This position is eligible for the following benefits: