Sr Phlebotomist- Norfolk, VA

Remote from: USA
Annual salary: Undisclosed
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Department: Healthcare & Medical
Employment type: Full Time,
Job posted: 26 Jun 2026
Apply before: 26 Jul 2026
Experience level: Senior
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About company

About Natera

Transforming patient care through genetic testing and precision medicine.

Biotechnology
2004

Actively Hiring

AI Summary

This is a Senior Phlebotomist position based in Norfolk, VA, requiring a minimum of 5 years of phlebotomy experience. The role involves performing venipunctures and finger sticks, verifying patient identities, and maintaining specimen integrity. The phlebotomist will also handle logistical tasks such as scheduling courier pickups and managing patient reports. The position is on-site in an office setting with scrubs required, and the employer is Natera, a global leader in genetic testing. The role emphasizes adherence to hospital policies, HIPAA compliance, and quality control procedures.

Role DNA

Job Complexity

Easy Hard

Pace & Pressure

Relaxed Fast-paced

Autonomy Level

Guided Full Ownership

Communication Load

Independent Highly Collaborative

AI Insight The role requires significant experience (5+ years) and specialized skills in venipuncture, but the tasks are routine and procedural, making it moderately difficult.

Salary Analysis

AI Insight The salary was not provided, but based on the US market for a Senior Phlebotomist with 5+ years of experience, the typical range is $35,000 to $55,000 per year. The estimated median of $45,000 is competitive for the Norfolk, VA area, though the company's benefits and industry may offset a slightly lower base.

Key Skills

Phlebotomy Venipuncture Specimen Collection Patient Care Laboratory Procedures HIPAA Compliance Quality Control Logistical Management Customer Service Aseptic Technique

Cover Letter Sample

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am writing to express my strong interest in the Senior Phlebotomist position at Natera in Norfolk, VA. With over 5 years of dedicated phlebotomy experience and a commitment to patient care, I am confident in my ability to contribute to your team.

In my previous roles, I have performed venipunctures and finger sticks with high accuracy, maintained specimen integrity, and ensured compliance with all safety and HIPAA regulations. I am adept at working in fast-paced environments and handling logistical tasks such as scheduling courier services.

Natera's mission to advance genetic testing aligns with my passion for precision medicine. I would be honored to bring my skills in patient interaction and specimen handling to support your laboratory operations.

Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how my experience can benefit Natera.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]

Possible Interview Questions

Describe your experience with different venipuncture techniques and how you handle difficult veins.

I have experience with straight needles, butterfly needles, and finger sticks. For difficult veins, I apply a warm compress, use a tourniquet appropriately, and adjust patient positioning. I also ensure clear communication to keep the patient calm.

How do you ensure specimen integrity and prevent contamination?

I follow aseptic techniques, use proper order of draw, label specimens immediately at the bedside, and transport them according to protocol. I also double-check patient identification and requisitions to prevent errors.

Can you give an example of a time you dealt with a difficult or anxious patient?

I once had a patient with a severe needle phobia. I explained the procedure step by step, used distraction techniques, and assured them of my experience. After successful draw, the patient thanked me for my patience.

How do you stay updated with the latest phlebotomy practices and regulations?

I attend annual training, read professional journals, and participate in online forums. I also review updates from CLSI and OSHA to ensure compliance with standards.

Describe a situation where you had to resolve a discrepancy in test requisitions.

Once, a requisition had an unclear test code. I contacted the nursing station and verified with the physician. I documented the correction and informed my supervisor to ensure accurate processing.

POSITION SUMMARY

** This position is located on site in Norfolk, VA**

A Sr Phlebotomist serves patients by identifying the best method for retrieving blood; preparing specimens for laboratory testing; and performing screening procedures.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Verifies test requisitions by comparing information with nursing station log; bringing discrepancies to the attention of unit personnel.
Verifies patient by reading patient identification.
Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks.
Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures; observing isolation procedures.
Tracks collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection; maintaining daily tallies of collections performed.
Maintains quality results by following department procedures and testing schedule; recording results in the quality-control log; identifying and reporting needed changes.
Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
Resolves unusual test orders by contacting the physician, pathologist, nursing station, or reference laboratory; referring unresolved orders back to the originator for further clarification; notifying supervisor of unresolved orders.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
Enhances phlebotomy department and hospital reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
This role works with PHI on a regular basis both in paper and electronic form and have an access to various technologies to access PHI (paper and electronic) in order to perform the job
Employee must complete training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance training and security training as soon as possible but not later than the first 30 days of hire.
Must maintain a current status on Natera training requirements
Logistical management/printing of patient reports for that area
Billing question answering/triaging and follow-up with patients
Scheduling pick ups from courier services – FedEx or Medspeed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of 5 years of phlebotomy experience
BS/BA degree (preferred)
High School Diploma (or equivalent) required
Phlebotomy Certificate (if required by State)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to serve and protect the hospital community by adhering to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and JCAHO standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work in an office setting with scrubs required
The position requires tracking of each draw

OUR OPPORTUNITY

Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. Our aim is to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and enable earlier and more targeted interventions that lead to longer, healthier lives.

The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory scientists, business professionals, software engineers and many other professionals from world-class institutions, who care deeply for our work and each other. When you join Natera, you’ll work hard and grow quickly. Working alongside the elite of the industry, you’ll be stretched and challenged, and take pride in being part of a company that is changing the landscape of genetic disease management.

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive Benefits – Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents. Additionally, Natera employees and their immediate families receive free testing in addition to fertility care benefits. Other benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401k benefits, commuter benefits and much more. We also offer a generous employee referral program!

For more information, visit www.natera.com.

Natera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment, and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees, our community and our patients, and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws.

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents.

Link: https://www.natera.com/notice-of-data-collection-california-residents/

Please be advised that Natera will reach out to candidates with a @natera.com email domain ONLY. Email communications from all other domain names are not from Natera or its employees and are fraudulent. Natera does not request interviews via text messages and does not ask for personal information until a candidate has engaged with the company and has spoken to a recruiter and the hiring team. Natera takes cyber crimes seriously, and will collaborate with law enforcement authorities to prosecute any related cyber crimes.

For more information:
– BBB announcement on job scams
– FBI Cyber Crime resource page

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