Mobile Phlebotomist

Centers Health Care; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Centers Laboratory in Buffalo, NY is actively seeking phlebotomists to work for a Skilled Nursing Facility located in Buffalo, NY. The ideal candidate will have 2 years of prior experience and excellent interpersonal skills!

Phlebotomists are professionals who specialize in drawing blood and must follow strict safety procedures. Responsibilities include labeling, record keeping, and ensuring proper test tube handling for accurate results.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Phlebotomy Technician certificate preferred; hospital or major lab training accepted if no certificate.
• 2 years proven phlebotomy experience.
• Understanding of blood draw practices and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Identify patients and prepare for specimen collection.
• Assemble supplies and equipment per standards.
• Draw blood using proper techniques and safety.
• Label tubes accurately and handle specimens for testing.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and records.
• Follow health and safety procedures.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Interpersonal skills

Night shifts

Weekend availability

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomy Technician certificate

Job description

Centers Laboratory is actively searching forPhlebotomiststo workfor a Skilled Nursing Facility located in Buffalo, NY.The ideal candidate will have 2 years of prior experience and excellent interpersonal skills!

Reports to:Phlebotomy Supervisor

Will work in multiple locations

Position Summary:

Phlebotomists are professionals who specialize in drawing blood from patients. Their responsibilities include interviewing and preparing the patient for the blood draw. They are required to follow strict precautionary safety procedures in order to limit the risk of contact with potentially infectious blood and other bodily fluids.

Record keeping and labeling are also major duties of phlebotomist, to ensure that the right tests are performed on the correct blood specimens.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Accurately identify patients using a wristband, documents or through known visual identification
• Receiveassignments, assemblesupplies and equipment required to perform specimen collection according to established standards, policies, and procedures
• Accurately identifies priorities such as Stat, timed, or routine
• Determine the right venipuncture method based on patient age, health etc.
• Reassure patients and help them relax
• Find veins that are suitable for puncture
• Draw blood using proper equipment and techniques
• Keep all sharps, needles, and equipment out of reach of the patient and properly dispose of these and all medical waste
• Follow the proper test tube order of draw
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment
• Ensure optimal quality and quantity of samples for the test and tube required
• Label test tubes correctly and send or deliver them for testing
• Does not attempt to draw any patient more than two times andrequest help if necessary
• Answer patient questions and provide useful information
• Keep accurate patient records
• Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards while working
• Monitor the patient for reactions; monitor equipment operations
• Educate patient on immediate after care
• Maintain a clean and sanitary space
• If trained on specimen storage and centrifugation, use all appropriate procedures
• Ensure patient confidentiality
Attendall required company meetings and training programs

Requirements:

• High school degree or equivalent
• Phlebotomy Technician certificate preferred
• Without certificate must have completed a hospital or major lab training program
• Understanding of standard blood drawing practices and procedures
• 2 years proven experience as a phlebotomist
• Good interpersonal skills and communication
• Able and flexible to work nights, evening hours, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts
• Strict adherence to safety regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Knowledge of aseptic and sterilization techniques
• Valid State issued driver’s license with a good driving record
• Must have adequate automobile insurance
• Must have access to a vehicle in good driving condition