Phlebotomist

hhccareers; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare's Backus Hospital in Connecticut is seeking a Phlebotomist to collect venous and capillary blood specimens from patients in a safe, accurate manner in line with established lab policies.

The role emphasizes exceptional patient experience, adherence to OSHA and PPE rules, and comfort working with diverse patient populations; qualifications include high school diploma or equivalent, data-entry skills, and knowledge of venipuncture techniques.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• On-the-job training to perform duties as needed.
• Keyboarding/data entry experience.
• Knowledge of venipuncture techniques.
• Excellent customer service with professional attitude.
• Ability to learn laboratory applications and HHC computer systems.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to handle diverse patient populations with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect venous and capillary blood specimens from patients.
• Adhere to lab policies, OSHA rules, and PPE requirements.
• Provide exceptional patient experience and quality service.

Skills

Venipuncture techniques

Data entry

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lab computer systems

Laboratory applications

Job description

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.

For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties, and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities.

Job Summary

The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting venous and capillary blood specimens from patients in a safe and accurate manner according to established lab policies and practices. Demonstrates H3W behaviors with a focus on exceptional patient experience and quality service and outcomes. The Phlebotomist is required to comply with all OSHA and regulatory requirements including the wearing of Personal Protective Equipment [PPE].

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Or, other experience and training that will support minimum on-the-job training to perform the above duties
• Keyboarding/data entry experience
• Knowledge of venipuncture techniques
• Excellent customer service skills with a professional attitude
• Good keyboarding skills with ability to learn various laboratory application and HHC computer systems
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to handle different patient population including difficult patients.
• Strong trouble shooting and problem solving skills

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.