Phlebotomist 6266

United Future; City of Glens Falls (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits are available

Job summary

United Future is seeking a contract phlebotomist in Glens Falls, NY. Responsibilities include performing blood draws, labeling and processing specimens, and maintaining patient data.

The role requires relevant certification and at least 6 months of venipuncture experience, with a Monday–Friday schedule and alternating Saturday shifts. The position projects for 3 months with potential for permanent placement and benefits are available.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy certification valid for the state of employment.
• 6+ months of venipuncture experience in fast-paced lab or hospital.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws and specimen processing according to procedures.
• Label, centrifuge, and store specimens as required by test orders.
• Explain venipuncture process clearly to patients.
• Maintain accurate patient information and laboratory records.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Blood draws

Record maintenance data

Education

Phlebotomy certification

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This is a contract job opportunity. potential for perm.

Position: Phlebotomist 6266

Location: Glens Falls, NY

Schedule: Monday-Friday. 7:30am - 4:30pm. Every other Sat 7am - 12pm.

Projected duration: 3 months + potential for perm

Job code: CVDJP00036266

benefits are available

2+ years of phlebotomy experience required

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