Phlebotomist II

If you’re passionate about patient care and thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day. In this role, you’ll be on the front lines of patient interaction, providing compassionate service, collecting high-quality specimens, and supporting critical diagnostic testing that helps guide important healthcare decisions.

Location: Columbia, MO

Pay Rate: $21.50 - $23.05 per hour (based on experience)

Employment Type: Contingent with potential pathway for hire

Schedule: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Why This Role Matters

As a Phlebotomist II, you play an important role in the patient experience and the laboratory testing process. Your ability to accurately collect and process specimens while delivering exceptional customer service helps ensure reliable test results and a positive experience for every patient.

What You'll Do

• Collect high-quality blood specimens through venipuncture, capillary, pediatric, and geriatric collections
• Prepare and process specimens for laboratory testing following established procedures
• Verify patient identification, demographic information, and specimen labeling accuracy
• Obtain patient signatures and ensure specimens are labeled correctly in the patient's presence
• Perform both clinical and forensic specimen collection and processing duties
• Maintain accurate records and documentation while protecting patient confidentiality
• Create a welcoming and professional environment that promotes trust and confidence
• Support patient service centers, physician offices, and other assigned locations as needed
• Maintain a safe, organized, and professional work environment

What We're Looking For

• A current, up-to-date resume
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1-3 years of phlebotomy experience, including pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections
• Strong venipuncture and specimen collection skills
• Medical assistant or paramedic training preferred
• Phlebotomy certification preferred
• Two years of Patient Service Center experience preferred
• Customer service experience in a retail, healthcare, or service environment highly preferred
• Keyboard and data entry experience
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume environment
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to travel between locations as needed
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules based on business needs
• Strong communication skills and commitment to patient care and confidentiality
• Ability to meet compliance requirements
• Must be eligible and provide proof of eligibility to work in the US

What's In It For You

• Opportunity to make a direct impact on patient care and healthcare outcomes
• Consistent daytime schedule
• Hands-on experience in a patient-focused healthcare environment
• Exposure to diverse patient populations and specimen collection procedures
• Supportive and collaborative team atmosphere
• Potential pathway to long-term employment based on performance and business needs

Benefits for Manpower Associates (Upon Eligibility)

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)