Phlebotomist - Per Diem

Summit Medical Group; Purchase (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Per Diem Phlebotomist in Purchase, NY. The role involves drawing blood, processing specimens, and ensuring patient safety. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and strong communication skills. Join a compassionate team dedicated to improving patient care.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Life Insurance

Disability

Vision

FSA

401k plans

Qualifications

• 0-1 years experience required, 2-4 years preferred.
• HeartSaver or BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Uses aseptic technique to draw blood cultures.
• Processes specimens according to SOP.
• Monitors inventory levels and replenishes supplies.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical preferred

Job description

About Our Company

We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes, and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights, and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.

Job Description

This is a Per Diem position, hours will be within: Mon - Fri 7am-9am.

Essential Job functions

• Uses appropriate aseptic technique to draw blood cultures.
• Processes Stat specimens according to SMG SOP.
• Prepares collection containers with appropriate preservatives for patients and gives instructions for proper collection of specimens at home (Urine & Stool). Properly measures and records a volume for a 24-hr collection.
• Properly collects a COC Urine Drug Screen.
• Properly administers and collects a H. pylori Breath test.
• Properly handles orders on minors.
• Uses the correct procedure for completing paperwork and labeling of specimen for OVH Blood Bank specimens.
• Processes satellite specimens and delivers them to the appropriate department.
• Monitors inventory levels and follows appropriate protocol for replenishing supplies in phlebotomy room and storage area.
• Deletes/cancels orders as necessary with full documentation of reason. Ensures proper patient charge deletion according to departmental policy.
• Recalls patients for follow-up procedures or error correction as required. Documents callbacks in the lab logbook.
• Utilizes LIS for all applicable functions to perform job duties, including downtime procedures.
• Adapts work schedule to meet emergency staffing needs.

Required Competencies:

• Demonstrates competency in all areas of adult, pediatric, and infant phlebotomy, including performing skin punctures and bleeding times, entering results in LIS, and applying appropriate bandages.

General Job functions:

• Properly check-in a patient in a satellite lab, including arriving the patient on the day-list.
• Properly process lab and office collected specimens for transport to the main lab by courier.
• Contact a courier for a Stat pickup in a satellite office.
• Properly perform, log, and enter a result for Rapid Strep and Hemoccult tests in the LIS. Notify physician of critical results.
• Train new staff in proper lab policies and procedures.
• Other duties as required.

Physical Job Requirements: Endurance for activities like continuous typing, prolonged standing, bending, and walking.

Environmental Risks: Sharps, Latex, Combative Patients/Visitors.

Blood-borne Pathogens: Exposure to infectious hazards, blood, body fluids, non-intact skin, or tissue specimens. Contact with patients or specimens is possible, including unplanned exposures.

Education, Certification, Computer, and Training Requirements: High School diploma or GED required; vocational/technical preferred. 0-1 years experience (2-4 years preferred). HeartSaver or BLS certification required. Strong communication and customer service skills necessary. Previous receptionist and patient scheduling experience preferred. Proficiency with standard office equipment and software preferred.

Travel: Ability to travel to satellite locations as needed.

Pay Range: $18/hr - $24/hr

Compensation depends on experience and location.

Our Commitment

We value our team members and offer comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA, and 401k plans.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and other protected characteristics.

Safety Disclaimer

We do not use chat rooms for job communications and will never ask for personal or financial information via informal platforms. Be aware of scams. Interviews are conducted at our locations during business hours. For scam information, visit https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/JobScams or file a complaint at https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/.