Phlebotomist

Pride Health; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 27,345 - 30,403; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Employee discounts

Job summary

A healthcare staffing firm in Florida is hiring a Phlebotomist for a 4-month contract to assist in blood draws and specimen collection. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, valid Phlebotomy certification, and at least 6 months of Phlebotomy experience. The role includes responsibilities such as ensuring specimen integrity and compliance with regulations. Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits are offered, making this a promising opportunity for qualified individuals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of Phlebotomy experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Phlebotomy certification as per state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing blood draws and specimen collection.
• Label and store specimens according to procedures.
• Explain the venipuncture process courteously.

Skills

Blood drawing

Specimen labeling

Centrifuging specimens

Patient information updating

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Phlebotomy certification

Job description

Pride Health is hiring for a Phlebotomist to support our healthcare client. This is a 4-month contract opportunity with the possibility of extensions.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:30 - 4pm

Every other Saturday, 7am - 11

Pay Range: $19.85/hr - $22.07/hr (Depending on experience)

Summary

• The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, troubleshooting, training and making work flow recommendations.

Position Responsibilities

• Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc.
• Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures.
• Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required.
• Demonstrate technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
• Fully understand all of the physicians' orders.
• Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes. Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
• Check all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct.
• Package specimens for transport.
• Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/ tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen.
• Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
• Attend annual department trainings. Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

Required Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required in some states in CA, WA.
• Minimum 6 months of Phlebotomy experience

Interested? Apply Now!

Pride Global offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

About Pride Health

Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010.

As a minority-owned business that delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, Pride Health's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach within the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and open relationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating an unparalleled environment of trust and loyalty.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.