Phlebotomist — Patient-Care Lab Tech (PTO & Benefits)

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

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Health Savings Account

401(k) Retirement Plan

Basic Life and AD&D insurance

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Team Member Discounts

Job summary

Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, NY, is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to perform phlebotomy and clerical tasks with minimal supervision. You will collect samples, verify patient data, and ensure specimen integrity while interacting with patients and hospital staff.

The role requires high school diploma or equivalent, some phlebotomy experience, and basic computer skills for LIS and routing lab communications. Join a team dedicated to accurate, compassionate patient care.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomy on patients of all ages with minimal supervision.
• Verifies patient information and labels samples with barcodes.
• Maintains specimen integrity using aseptic technique and departmental procedures.
• Answers lab phone calls and routes to appropriate personnel.
• Uses LIS to retrieve patient test data and manage pending logs.
• Maintains inventory and supports department with data entry and specimen handling.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Data entry

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

LIS (Laboratory Information System)

Vocera

Barcode label printer

Job description

Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, NY, is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to perform phlebotomy and clerical tasks with minimal supervision. You will collect samples, verify patient data, and ensure specimen integrity while interacting with patients and hospital staff.

The role requires high school diploma or equivalent, some phlebotomy experience, and basic computer skills for LIS and routing lab communications. Join a team dedicated to accurate, compassionate patient care.