Phlebotomist, Full Time 1st Shift, Lab Department

Day Kimball Healthcare; Putnam (CT); Presencial; USD 36.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

401K Plan with Eligible Employer Con­t

Life Insurance

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Accident & Critical Illness Coverage

Vacation Time

Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Day Kimball Health seeks a Phlebotomist for its Lab Department to join a dynamic team in CT on a full-time 1st shift.

Responsibilities include obtaining blood specimens from patients of all ages, instructing on urine collection, and ensuring specimen integrity. Candidates should have phlebotomy certification and relevant lab experience. Comprehensive benefits are offered along with a supportive work environment.

Formación

• Graduation and certification from approved phlebotomy program or recognized certifying agency preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle may be required.

Responsabilidades

• Obtain blood specimens from patients of all ages using venipuncture and micro-techniques.
• Instruct patients to provide urine samples and throat cultures as ordered.
• Review requisitions to determine appropriate tubes and labeling; ensure patient safety and specimen integrity.

Conocimientos

Venipuncture

Micro-puncture

Infection control

OSHA/compliance

Lab information systems

Educación

Phlebotomy certification

Descripción del empleo

Day Kimball Health is hiring for a Phlebotomist for Lab Department as a full-time 1st shiftjob in CT.

• Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account
• Pharmacy Plan
• 401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution
• Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Accident & Critical Illness Coverage
• 401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution
• Vacation Time
• Sick Days
• Paid Holidays
• Education Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Additional Benefits

As the Phlebotomist, you will be a vital member of a dynamic team responsible for…

Obtains blood specimens from all ages of patients using both venipuncture and micro-techniques. The obtained tube/specimen type is appropriate for the testing ordered by the physician. Instructs patients to collect urine as ordered either using chain of custody, sterile or non-sterile technique, and collect throat cultures. Has total understanding of patient safety and laboratory techniques necessary to guarantee complete patient safety and anonymity.

• Obtain blood specimens from variety of patient types either inpatient, outpatient homebound, physician office or nursing home patients using either micro or venipuncture techniques. Identifies patient correctly using latest procedures/policies. Patient’s full name and date of birth
• Ability to register and order test when needed.
• Reviews requisition and decides which tubes to draw to obtain appropriate specimens to complete physician’s order. Reviews requisition and generated labels for accuracy and initial all tubes. Accounts for tourniquet at completion of venipuncture procedure.
• Assesses patient to determine method or procedure to maximize integrity of specimen, using a discard tube when needed and racking all serum tubes.
• Provides instruction to patients when setting up tolerance testing or collecting appropriate urine specimens.
• Instructs/trains students or UR/PCTs from the ED in order that phlebotomy in the ED be completed by ED staff.

Phlebotomist Education and Experience Requirements:

• Education: Graduation and certification from approved phlebotomy program or recognized certifying agency is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of current liability insurance as well as reliable vehicle required
• Experience: 5 years of experience in a hospital lab preferred.

Phlebotomist Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Skills with techniques of venipuncture and micro-puncture technique.
• Knowledge of Infection control and OSHA requirements to protect self.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems, including but not limited to, order entry, inquiry and specimen tracking.
• Excellent communication skills including telephone, written correspondence and speaking.
• Knowledge of OSHA and those regulations relating to the use of biohazards.
• Knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology.

Why Choose Day Kimball Health?

The Care You Need. Close to Home.

For nearly 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been the trusted healthcare provider for the Northeastern Connecticut community, offering accessible and compassionate care close to home. As a non-profit, integrated healthcare provider, we are committed to delivering high-quality services while maintaining a strong connection with our patients and their families. At Day Kimball, we are passionate about both our patients and our employees. We are growing our talented team every day and offer a supportive, collaborative environment where you can thrive and make a difference. Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be a part of an organization that values both personal and professional growth.

Day Kimball Health is an Affinity Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws.Day Kimball Health is a smoke free environment.

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