Position & Client Overview:

A small critical access in the beautiful rural northwest region of Alaska is looking for a permanent phlebotomist to work in their busy small-hospital laboratory.

Salary Range: $62,000-83,000 plus $1,500/mo. housing stipend and flight provided versus relocation assistance.

*** Qualified individuals must have good job stability and a minimum of 3 years of current phlebotomy experience drawing all age populations.

Living in Nome, Alaska offers a rare blend of adventure, community, and natural beauty. This coastal town is known for its friendly, close‑knit atmosphere, where neighbors look out for one another and local traditions run deep. Summer brings endless daylight, vibrant outdoor activities, and a lively cultural scene, while winter showcases stunning northern landscapes and a strong sense of camaraderie. With rich history, abundant wildlife, and a pace of life that feels both grounded and meaningful, Nome is an unforgettable place to live and work.

Job Summary:

Perform venipunctures and finger sticks, process medical laboratory tests and document results for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Help establish and maintain rapport with patients and help patients understand what is being done to help alleviate stress and anxiety regarding blood tests. Interact with patients of all ages and health states. Establish patient identity before testing as well as asking questions related to certain tests.

Skill Requirements include, but are not limited to:

• Venipuncture
• Decontamination of puncture sites
• Post venipuncture site care
• Finger sticks
• Heal sticks
• Microcapillary skin puncture
• Vacutainer holders
• Blood culture preparation kits
• Ova parasite containers
• Paternity blood draw kits
• Order of tube collection
• Serum Separator (SST Tiger Top Speckle)
• Green Top (Heparin Lithium NA+ Ammonium)
• Dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are required to collect specimens
• Lab safety and infection prevention is of paramount importance
• Familiarity and comfort using specific medical equipment
• Soft skills such as kindness and empathy while working with healthy and ill patients, including those with COVID-19
• Confidence and strong attention to detail

 

Responsibilities may include but not be limited to:

• Perform blood collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques for all age groups
• Collect specimens for drug screens, paternity tests, alcohol tests etc.
• Perform data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner
• Process billing information and collect payments when required
• Prepare all collected specimens for testing and analysis
• Maintain patient and specimen information logs
• Provide superior customer service to all patients
• Administrative and clerical duties as necessary
• Travel to additional sites when needed

 

Education, Certification, & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Phlebotomy certification from an accredited agency is preferred
• Previous experience as a phlebotomist (at least one year)
• Proven track record in providing exceptional customer service

Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law. #IND