Phlebotomist

STGi; City of Kingston (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off policy

Job summary

STGi is seeking a Phlebotomist for their Kingston, New York Community Based Outpatient Clinic. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for providing phlebotomy services, conducting patient in-processing, and offering clerical support. Ideal candidates will have clinical phlebotomy experience, a certificate from a Phlebotomy course, and current CPR/BLS certification. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Prefer two years of current clinical phlebotomy experience within the last three years.
• Exceptional communication skills and experience handling difficult customer situations.
• Familiarity with patient reaction types and appropriate management procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide phlebotomy services including venipuncture and specimen collection.
• Conduct patient in-processing and assist in administrative support.
• Maintain cleanliness and inventory of phlebotomy area.

Skills

Clinical phlebotomy experience

Knowledge of medical terminology

Diplomatic communication skills

Detail oriented

Education

Certificate of completion of a Phlebotomy course

Current CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Phlebotomist – Community Based Outpatient Clinic

Location: Kingston, New York

Position Type: Full‑Time/Regular

Job Summary

The general duty of the Phlebotomist is to provide phlebotomy services as well as administrative/clerical support for the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC).

Essential Functions

• Perform a full range of phlebotomy duties to include venipuncture, finger‑stick and heel‑stick procedures, and special test‑related phlebotomy procedures, ensuring proper accessioning, specimen collection, processing, and distribution.
• Conduct patient in‑processing prior to specimen collection, including review of paperwork and providing guidance and assistance.
• Assemble equipment (tourniquet, needles, disposable containers, gauze, cotton, alcohol) according to test or procedure requirements.
• Verify or record patient identity, converse with patients to allay fear, conduct interviews, take vital signs, and draw and test blood samples, including at a blood bank.
• Provide technical oversight and training for invasive procedures such as venipuncture and capillary puncture, ensuring safety and minimizing discomfort.
• Maintain front‑desk and phlebotomy area inventory, cleanliness, and complete administrative documentation per laboratory standard operating procedures.
• Provide non‑phlebotomy administrative support in various clinic areas as needed (front desk, exam rooms, Telehealth).
• Provide instruction on patient‑centered specimen collection (24‑hour urine, occult blood testing, semen analysis) and special collection requirements.
• Demonstrate knowledge of patient reactions (syncope, vomiting, unconsciousness) and appropriate procedures, and counsel patients on post‑phlebotomy care.
• Co‑ordinate general clerical/administrative support for the unit.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Experience and Skills

• Prefer two (2) years of current clinical phlebotomy experience within the last three years.
• Knowledge of medical terminology to understand and communicate test requests and results.
• Familiarity with patient reaction types (syncope, vomiting, unconsciousness) and appropriate management procedures.
• Exceptional diplomatic communication skills and experience handling difficult customer situations.
• Detail oriented with the ability to multi‑task.

Required Education

• Certificate of completion of a Phlebotomy course.
• Current CPR/BLS certification from American Heart Association (AHA) or Military Training Network (MTN).

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Moderate physical activity, handling average‑weight objects up to 25 pounds and standing/walking for more than four hours per day.
• Typical interior/office work environment.
• Require quick response to any medical emergency within the clinic.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off policy.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

STGi is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.