Phlebotomist / Specimen Processor

Cary Medical Center; Caribou, Town of Glenville (ME, NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Cary Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Phlebotomist/Specimen Processor to join their Laboratory team. The role involves collecting biological specimens and assisting laboratory technologists. The ideal candidate will provide compassionate care and ensure optimal specimen quality. Flexibility in scheduling is necessary to meet patient needs.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy Certification required.
• CPR and basic first aid recommended.

Responsibilities

• Collects biological specimens for laboratory procedures.
• Explains procedures to patients and answers questions.
• Responds promptly to urgent requests.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Communication

Education

High school graduate or equivalent GED

Job description

Status Hours:

36 hr/wk

Day Shift

Cary Medical Center has an exciting opportunity for a Phlebotomist / Specimen Processor in their Laboratory. The successful candidate will be responsible for the collection of biological specimens for the purpose of performing laboratory procedures and assisting laboratory technologists in sample processing. This candidate should create an environment of patient-centered compassionate care to all patients seeking care at Cary Medical Center.

** The successful candidate must have a current Phlebotomy Certification**

1. Consistently obtains optimal quality specimens from inpatients and outpatients.
2. Responds promptly to computer orders and telephone requests.
3. Explains the procedure to the patient and answers questions appropriately.
4. Orders the correct tests as indicated on the Medical Provider’s requisition.
5. Responds promptly to STAT and URGENT requests.
6. Completes draw with one needle stick to obtain sufficient quantity of specimen greater than 95% of the time.
7. Collects specimens other than blood samples, such as nasal and nasopharyngeal swabs, for testing.

Requirements

1. Phlebotomy Certification required

2. CPR and basic first aid recommended

3. High school graduate or equivalent GED preferred

Schedule:

With consideration to our patients’ and staff needs, you may need to work on days, evenings, nights, weekends and/or holidays and may need to float to other units.

Contact:

• To see the full job description or to get further information, call Kelly at 207-498-1311 or email at [e-mail]
• Cary Medical Center offers a competitive benefits package. To see the full benefits package and other exciting opportunities, click Career & Benefits Information.