Laboratory - Phlebotomist

Cynet Health; Town of Potsdam (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health in Potsdam, NY is seeking a flexible phlebotomist for an 8-week laboratory assignment. You will perform blood draws for inpatient and outpatient populations, maintain strict aseptic technique, and coordinate specimen processing using Epic charting.

Shift rotations include day and night; prior clinical experience required. The role emphasizes safety, quality assurance, and teamwork across departments, with schedules announced two weeks in advance and the ability to float to different

Qualifications

• State license required.
• Registered phlebotomist.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience.
• Flexibility to work nights, days, or evenings.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws and process laboratory specimens.
• Prioritize patient collections (stat, timed, routine).
• Aseptic technique and proper specimen handling are essential.
• Communicate with patients regarding specimen collection and preservation.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide patient-centered care.
• Float to different departments as needed; participate in emergency response and quality assurance.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient communication

Aseptic technique

Epic charting

Tools

Epic charting

Job description

Laboratory - Phlebotomist

Profession: Laboratory

Specialty: Phlebotomy

Duration: 8 weeks

Shift: Day/Night

Hours per Shift: 7.5

Experience: 1 year

License: State License required

Certifications: Registered Phlebotomist

Must-Have:

• Must be available to work nights, days, or evenings.
• Combination of all shifts is expected.
• Must have Epic charting experience.

Description:This position requires flexibility in scheduling as employees will receive their schedules two weeks prior to the start of that week.The role involves working with both inpatient and outpatient populations.Patients may include neonates, infants, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics.Key responsibilities include performing blood draws and processing laboratory specimens.Candidates must prioritize patient collections based on order requests, which can be categorized as stat, timed, or routine.Aseptic technique and proper specimen handling are essential skills.Communication with patients regarding specimen collection and preservation is also a critical duty.Technological skills include using centrifuges, understanding various blood collection tubes, and labeling specimens accurately.Staff may need to float to different departments as necessary.Emergency response and quality assurance are important components of the position.Knowledge of hazardous materials and safety precautions is required.Candidates will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide patient-centered care.