Mobile Phlebotomist - Rochester

Centers Laboratory; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Centers Laboratory in Rochester, NY is actively seeking Phlebotomists to work at a Skilled Nursing Facility. The ideal candidate has 2 years of prior phlebotomy experience and excellent interpersonal skills, and will report to the Phlebotomy Supervisor.

This role requires work across multiple locations within the area. The responsibilities include patient preparation, specimen collection, labeling, safety compliance, and accurate record keeping.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent is required.
• Two years of proven phlebotomy experience is required.
• Knowledge of standard blood drawing practices and procedures.
• Able to work nights, evenings, weekends, holidays and extended shifts.

Responsibilities

• Accurately identify patients and prepare for blood draws.
• Receive assignments, assemble supplies and equipment for specimen collection.
• Draw blood using proper techniques and equipment.
• Label tubes correctly and ensure proper test tube order of draw.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and uphold safety standards.
• Educate patients on aftercare and monitor for reactions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Phlebotomy Technician certificate preferred

Job description

Centers Laboratory is actively searching forPhlebotomiststo workfor a Skilled Nursing Facility located in Rochester, 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 techniquesValid 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