Phlebotomist

Northwell Health; Village of Sleepy Hollow (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician responsible for collecting blood specimens, ensuring quality, and patient safety. Candidates must have a high school diploma and prior experience in phlebotomy. This role is vital in maintaining laboratory standards and supporting patient care efforts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Phlebotomy Technician certification preferred.
• Prior technical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Collects blood from patients and assures specimen quality.
• Interprets orders, labels specimens according to policy.
• Assesses patient's condition during phlebotomy and takes action.

Skills

Patient assessment

Aseptic techniques

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy Technician certification

Job description

Job Description

Collects blood from patients following established standards and practices. Assures the quality of the specimen. Assumes the responsibility for the safety and comfort of patient.

Job Responsibility

"1.Assesses the physical condition of the site to be used for blood collection; selects appropriate equipment for the chosen method of collection; draws blood from adult, pediatric and infant patients; conducts appropriate specimen delivery to laboratory. 2.Interprets and verifies orders including patient identification; calculates quantity needed for diagnostic study; labels specimen according to policy. 3.Assesses physical condition of the patient during phlebotomy and takes appropriate action; maintains phlebotomy supply levels. 4.Follows approved standard precautions including, but not limited to the use of aseptic techniques, protective gear, discard of contaminated equipment, and other isolation precautions, as directed; follows administrative guidelines in the operation of the Ambulatory Lab, Pre-Admission Testing. 5.Instructs patients regarding collection of blood, urine, sputum and stool specimens, nasal swabs; processes specimens to proper area of lab. 6.Identifies and communicates problems to appropriate supervision. 7.Restocks lab supplies. 8.Assesses the type of blood work required for elective pre-op patient according to policy and requirements. 9.Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions."

Job Qualification

"High School Diploma or equivalent, required. Current Phlebotomy Technician certification, preferred. Prior technical experience, required."
*Additional Salary Detail
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