Phlebotomist I - Laboratory Collection - Part Time

Guthrie; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a part-time Phlebotomist I in Binghamton, NY. You will be responsible for collecting blood and other specimens from patients, ensuring accuracy and professionalism while interacting with healthcare professionals. A high school diploma and completion of a phlebotomy training program are required. This role emphasizes excellent customer service and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Ability to accurately label and handle specimens.
• Understanding of medical terminology and basic anatomy is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license may be required at some locations.
• Medical terminology knowledge preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required at some Guthrie locations.

Responsibilities

• Collect quality blood samples using various methods.
• Ensure accurate patient identification and specimen labeling.
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare professionals.
• Provide excellent customer service and communicate clearly with patients and staff.
• May support evening, night, weekend, or holiday shifts and travel for specimen collection.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of a phlebotomy training program

Job description

Overview

Phlebotomist I - Laboratory Collection - Part Time. 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.

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.
• 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

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

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

Employment type: Part-time