Phlebotomist I - Laboratory Collection - Full Time

Guthrie; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Phlebotomist I to join their team. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for the collection of blood and other specimens while ensuring accuracy and superb customer service. Your expertise will be vital in handling specimens, patient registration, and managing lab orders. This position offers a dynamic work environment where you will interact with diverse patient populations and healthcare professionals. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus up to $5,000

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of a phlebotomy training program or equivalent experience is desired.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood and specimens from patients with accuracy and professionalism.
• Provide rapid response to medical emergencies and ensure patient satisfaction.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Critical Thinking

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Phlebotomy Training Program

Medical Terminology Knowledge

Tools

Computer Programs/Systems

Job description

Phlebotomist I - Laboratory Collection - Full Time

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Summary:
Responsible for the collection of blood and other specimens from all patient populations using prescribed procedures with accuracy, skill, professionalism, and superb customer service. Duties may require on and off-site phlebotomy, specimen transport and specimen delivery duties. Other specialized duties include patient registration, patient lab order management, processing specimens for testing, blood study kit handling, lab order entry and acting as a first responder to emergency codes.

Education, License & Certification:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Computer keyboard skills and navigation are required.
• Completion of a phlebotomy training program or equivalent experience is desired.
• Medical terminology and/or knowledge of basic anatomy is preferred.
• A valid driver’s license is required at some Guthrie locations.

Essential Functions:
As a phlebotomist you will be responsible for obtaining quality blood samples using a variety of phlebotomy methods (venous and capillary) using standard safety equipment from all age groups with strict adherence to regulatory requirements and collection procedures. You may be required to provide rapid response to medical emergencies such as traumas and codes. Additional responsibilities include:

• Accurate patient identification, quality specimen labeling, handling, and transportation.
• Working with a variety of computer programs/systems.
• Utilizing excellent customer relations and communication skills in performing phlebotomy.
• Answering the phone and interacting with patients, nurses, providers, and other health care professionals to ensure high customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrating a positive and professional demeanor.
• Working independently as well as within a team.
• Demonstrating skills in coping, understanding, following written and verbal instructions, organization and prioritization, attention to detail, problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision making.
• You will actively partner with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Other Duties:

• Phlebotomists may be required to support evening, night, weekend, or holidays shifts for both outpatient and inpatient specimen collection.
• Phlebotomists may be required to travel to perform specimen collections.
• Other duties as assigned.

Pay Range $17.00-$23.85/hour
Eligible for up to $5,000 Sign on Bonus

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care