Phlebotomist
West Wichita Family Physicians, PA
- Location
- Onsite (Wichita, Kansas)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
About the role
West Wichita Family Physicians is a family-oriented healthcare organization seeking a Phlebotomist to join its growing team. The role focuses on providing compassionate patient care through accurate specimen collection and maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
Skills
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Employee benefits package
Full job details
Phlebotomist
Wichita, KS
West Wichita Family Physicians is a family-oriented healthcare organization committed to supporting our employees, their families, and a healthy work-life balance. As our practice continues to grow, we are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Phlebotomist to join our healthcare team.
The ideal candidate will provide excellent patient care while ensuring accurate specimen collection and maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and confidentiality.
Position Summary
The Phlebotomist is responsible for obtaining blood and other specimens through venipunctures, capillary punctures, finger sticks, and related collection procedures. This position plays an important role in supporting patient care by ensuring specimens are collected accurately, processed appropriately, and documented correctly within the electronic medical record.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform venipunctures, capillary punctures, finger sticks, and dipstick testing accurately and efficiently.
- Prepare patients for specimen collection and explain procedures in a professional and reassuring manner.
- Follow established protocols for specimen preparation, collection, labeling, handling, and processing.
- Accurately enter patient and specimen information into the electronic medical record and laboratory systems.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sterile work environment.
- Ensure proper maintenance and handling of laboratory equipment and supplies.
- Follow infection control and safety guidelines at all times.
- Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Provide exceptional customer service to patients, physicians, and coworkers.
- Assist with other clinical or laboratory duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous phlebotomy experience or completion of a phlebotomy training program.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic computer skills and ability to learn electronic medical record systems.
- Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
Preferred
- Phlebotomy certification.
- Experience working in a physician office, clinic, or healthcare setting.
- Experience with electronic medical records.
Schedule
This position is scheduled Monday through Friday. Candidates must be available to work during clinic operating hours between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Physical Requirements
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
- Ability to perform repetitive hand and finger movements.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to safely perform specimen collection procedures throughout the workday.
Why Join West Wichita Family Physicians?
- Family-oriented workplace culture
- Supportive team environment
- Focus on work-life balance
- Stable, growing physician practice
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
If you are a dependable, detail-oriented professional who enjoys working with patients and contributing to a high-quality healthcare team, we encourage you to apply.