Contract Phlebotomist: Fast-Paced Lab, Path to Perm

MDS Staffing; Village of Castleton-on-Hudson (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

MDS Staffing is seeking a Phlebotomist for a contract role in Castleton, NY with alternating Saturdays in Latham, NY. The position runs 3 months with potential for permanent placement.

Responsibilities include performing blood draws, labeling and centrifuging specimens, maintaining records, and ensuring specimen integrity. You must meet minimum qualifications and adhere to OSHA/DEP regulations while providing courteous patient service.

Qualifications

• Must have valid phlebotomy certification for the state of employment.
• Minimum 6 months of venipuncture experience in fast-paced lab or hospital.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws, label specimens, centrifuge, record maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information.
• Collect and store specimens according to established procedures.
• Explain the venipuncture process clearly to patients as required.
• Demonstrate needle techniques and match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test orders.
• Package specimens for transport and maintain specimen integrity during handling.
• Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations; attend annual trainings.
• Respond to inquiries by reading laboratory results over the phone or to staff.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Laboratory procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

MDS Staffing is seeking a Phlebotomist for a contract role in Castleton, NY with alternating Saturdays in Latham, NY. The position runs 3 months with potential for permanent placement.

Responsibilities include performing blood draws, labeling and centrifuging specimens, maintaining records, and ensuring specimen integrity. You must meet minimum qualifications and adhere to OSHA/DEP regulations while providing courteous patient service.