Patient Care Technician (Phlebotomy & EKG)

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Health + Hospitals seeks aMedical Assistant or Prone Care support staff to perform clerical and health‑related duties under supervision. You will handle patient care tasks, collect specimens for lab testing, and assist with EKGs and vital signs.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, phlebotomy and EKG training, and a current BLS certification. The role involves teamwork, patient‑centered care, and coordination across departments in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of phlebotomy and EKG training or related programs required.
• Current BLS certification through AHA required.

Responsibilities

• Check vital signs, weigh and measure patients, and document findings.
• Instruct patients on specimen collection procedures and perform basic screening tests.
• Prepare specimens for lab pickup and labeling.
• Perform vision and hearing screening and basic urinalysis.
• Provide emergency first aid and basic life support as needed.
• Prepare exam rooms and assist providers during examinations.
• Inform patients about preparation for tests and arrange essential forms.

Skills

Vital signs/assessments

Phlebotomy techniques

ECG/EKG testing

Patient communication

Specimen handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

EMR systems

EKG equipment

Job description

NYC Health + Hospitals seeks aMedical Assistant or Prone Care support staff to perform clerical and health‑related duties under supervision. You will handle patient care tasks, collect specimens for lab testing, and assist with EKGs and vital signs.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, phlebotomy and EKG training, and a current BLS certification. The role involves teamwork, patient‑centered care, and coordination across departments in a hospital setting.