Phlebotomist 5630

Sora Resource Group; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Sora Resource Group is seeking a Phlebotomist in Latham, NY. The role involves phlebotomy duties, specimen handling, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. Training and troubleshooting support will be provided to optimize workflow.

The position requires prior venipuncture experience, a valid phlebotomy certification where required, and a high school diploma or GED. Schedule is Mon-Fri with some Saturday hours, contract duration ~3 months with potential for permanent placement.

Qualifications

• Diploma or GED required; Phlebotomy certification as applicable in state of employment.
• Minimum 6 months' venipuncture experience in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws and venipuncture, label specimens, centrifuge and decontaminate as required.
• Collect and store specimens per procedures and test orders.
• Explain venipuncture process clearly to patients; ensure specimen integrity during transport.

Skills

Blood draws

Venipuncture

Specimen labeling

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy Certification

Job description

This is a contract job opportunity. potential for perm

Position: Phlebotomist 5630

Location: Latham, NY

Schedule: Monday-Friday 730am-400pm, alternating Saturdays 7am-100pm

Projected duration: 3 months + potential for perm

Job code:CVDJP00035630

Summary:

The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, trouble shooting, 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required in some states
• Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• High School Diploma or GED