Phlebotomist II - 1st Shift

Davita Inc.; City of Peekskill (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Phlebotomist II for their facility in Peekskill. The role includes drawing blood, maintaining patient records, and ensuring high-quality patient services in a fast-paced environment. Candidates must have strong phlebotomy skills and the ability to work independently, with a strong commitment to patient care and organizational excellence.

Qualifications

• Three years phlebotomy experience required, including pediatric and geriatric.
• Minimum 2 years in a Patient Service Center environment preferred.
• Experience in customer service in a retail/service environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draws blood samples from patients and prepares specimens for testing.
• Maintains a safe and professional environment.
• Explains procedures to patients and verifies patient information.

Skills

Phlebotomy skills

Customer Service

Organizational skills

Decision-making

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy certification

Medical assistant or paramedic training

Job description

title: Phlebotomist II - 1st Shift

location: NY_G2C_1869A E Main St, Peekskill NY 10566

duration: 2+ months

shift: Monday - Friday 8am-4pm Alternate Sat 8am-12pm



Description:

• The Patient Services Representative II (PSR II) represents the face of our company to patients who come in, both as part of their health routine or for insights into life-defining health decisions. The PSR II draws quality blood samples from patients and prepares those specimens for lab testing while following established practices and procedures.


• The PSR II has direct contact with patients and creates an atmosphere of trust and confidence while explaining procedures to patients and drawing blood specimens in a skillful, safe and accurate manner. The PSR II will demonstrate Leadership Behaviors while focusing on process excellence skills and sensitivity to confidentiality and accuracy to patient information.


• Successful applicants may be assigned to a doctor's office, a patient service center or as business needs dictate.


• Under the direction of the area supervisor, perform daily activities accurately and on time.


• Maintain a safe and professional environment.


• Performs with confidence, both the forensic and clinical specimen collection and processing duties following established practices and procedures.


• Perform verification of patient demographic info / initials including patient signature post-venipuncture to verify tubes were labeled in their presence and that the name on the label is correct.


• Maintains required records and documentation.


• Demonstrates organizational commitment and promotes a positive image to patients, clients, employees and the public in general.

Job Requirements:

• Ability to provide quality, error free work in a fast-paced environment.


• Ability to work independently with minimal on-site supervision.


• Excellent phlebotomy skills to include pediatric and geriatric.


• Flexible and available based on staffing needs, which includes weekends, holidays, on-call and overtime.


• Committed to all Policies & Procedures including Company dress code, Employee Health & Safety, and Everyday Excellence Guiding Principles.


• Must be able to make decisions based on established procedures and exercise good judgment.


• Must have reliable transportation, valid driver license, and clean driving record, if applicable.


• Travel and flexible hours required to work multiple locations and required to cover at Patient Service Center/In-Office Phlebotomy locations with minimal notice.


• Capable of handling multiple priorities in a high-volume setting.


• Must demonstrate Superior Customer Focus; ability to communicate openly and transparently with peers, supervisors and patients; ability to accelerate and embrace change; and knowledge of our business.


• Training locations may vary based on trainer availability.

Required Education:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.

Phlebotomy certification preferred. Required in California, Nevada, and Washington.



Work Experience:

Three years phlebotomy experience required, inclusive of pediatric, geriatric and capillary collections.

Minimum 2 years in a Patient Service Center environment preferred.

Customer service in a retail or service environment preferred. Keyboard/data entry experience.