Phlebotomist - PRN

STG International; Town of Potsdam (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

STGi seeks a Phlebotomist to provide phlebotomy services at our Community Based Outpatient Clinic in Potsdam, NY. The role includes clerical support and patient-facing duties in a clinic environment.

Responsibilities cover venipuncture, specimen handling, front-desk tasks, and ensuring safe, accurate sample collection for various lab tests. CPR/BLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Completion of a phlebotomy course required.
• CPR/BLS certification from AHA or MTN required.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture, finger-stick, and heel-stick procedures.
• Ensure proper accessioning, specimen collection, processing, and distribution.
• Conduct patient in-processing, review paperwork, and provide guidance.
• Assemble and prepare phlebotomy supplies on the work tray.
• Verify patient identity, perform interviews, and collect blood samples.
• Provide safety oversight and training for invasive procedures.
• Handle front desk phlebotomy-related administrative tasks and inventory.
• Provide non-phlebotomy administrative support as needed.
• Instruct patients on specimen collection for special tests and lab requirements.
• Demonstrate age-specific techniques for infants and the elderly.
• Manage patient reactions and counsel on post-phlebotomy care.
• Provide general clerical support for the unit.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Patient communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomy certificate

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Phlebotomist - PRN

Location: Potsdam, New York

STGi is currently seeking a Phlebotomist to provide services at our Community Based Outpatient Clinic.

Job Summary

The general duty of the Phlebotomist is to provide phlebotomy services as well as administrative/clerical support for the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC).

Essential Functions

• Perform a full range of phlebotomist duties, including proper venipuncture, finger‑stick, and heel‑stick procedures, and perform special test‑related phlebotomy procedures.
• Ensure all aspects of patient accessioning, specimen collection, processing, and distribution are performed properly.
• Conduct patient in‑processing prior to specimen collection, review paperwork, and provide guidance.
• Assemble equipment (tourniquet, needles, disposable containers, blood collection devices, gauze, cotton, alcohol) on work tray per procedure requirements.
• Verify or record patient/donor identity, converse to allay fear, conduct interviews, take vital signs, and draw & test blood samples.
• Provide technical oversight and training for invasive procedures, ensuring safety, sanitation, and minimal discomfort.
• Perform phlebotomy‑related administrative and clerical procedures at the front desk, documenting samples per SOPs and maintaining inventory & cleanliness.
• Perform non‑phlebotomy administrative support as needed (front desk, exam rooms, Telehealth, etc.).
• Provide patient‑centered specimen collection instruction for special specimens and laboratory requirements.
• Demonstrate age‑specific techniques for infants and the elderly, if applicable.
• Recognize and manage patient reactions (syncope, vomiting, unconsciousness) and counsel on post‑phlebotomy care.
• Provide general clerical/administrative support and coordination for the unit.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Prefer 2 years of current clinical phlebotomy experience within the last three years.
• Knowledge of medical terminology for test requests and results.
• Knowledge of patient reaction types and appropriate procedures.
• Exceptional diplomatic communication skills and experience handling difficult customer situations.
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to multitask.

Required Education and Certifications

• High school diploma.
• Certificate of completion of a Phlebotomy course.
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA or MTN.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Moderate physical activity; handle objects up to 25 pounds or stand/walk >4 hours per day.
• Typically performed in a typical interior/office environment.
• Must be able to respond to any medical emergency within the clinic.

Pay Rate

Starting at $18.17/hour.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and generous PTO policy.

Equal Opportunity Statement

STGi is a committed equal‑opportunity/affirmative‑action employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.