Phlebotomist — Patient Care & Lab Operations

Northwell; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie hires a Phlebotomy Technician to perform blood collection across all patient ages under minimal supervision. The role emphasizes accurate identification, labeling, specimen integrity, and courteous patient interaction.

Responsibilities include processing specimens, LIS/computer tasks, reporting issues, and upholding safety, confidentiality, and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma / GED or equivalent is required.
• Experience: Prefer six months of phlebotomy experience, preferably in a hospital setting.
• Previous Computer Experience Is Preferred.
• Effective interpersonal skills are also required.
• License: N/A

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy procedures across all patient age groups, ensuring accurate identification, labeling, specimen integrity, and courteous patient interaction.
• Process and prepare laboratory specimens, including verification, centrifugation, labeling, and routing, while providing timely and professional phone support.
• Complete LIS/computer tasks, such as receiving specimens, monitoring pending logs, placing test orders, printing labels, and preparing reference lab send-outs.
• Report and elevate issues, including safety hazards, discrepancies, system problems, and workplace incidents, while documenting concerns and offering solutions.
• Maintain professional competency, completing required education, demonstrating proficiency in new procedures, participating in training, and pursuing ongoing skill development.
• Follow hospital and laboratory policies, including safety protocols, attendance standards, confidentiality requirements, and maintaining a clean, organized work environment.
• Demonstrate professionalism and respect, ensuring positive interactions with patients, families, staff, and departments while upholding confidentiality, dress code, and teamwork expectations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, supporting departmental efficiency and adapting to evolving operational needs.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

LIS

Job description

Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie hires a Phlebotomy Technician to perform blood collection across all patient ages under minimal supervision. The role emphasizes accurate identification, labeling, specimen integrity, and courteous patient interaction.

Responsibilities include processing specimens, LIS/computer tasks, reporting issues, and upholding safety, confidentiality, and professional standards.