Phlebotomy - Phlebotomist II - 1st Shift

TalentBurst; Prospect (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company seeks a Phlebotomist II in Prospect, CT to represent the company to patients, perform blood draws, and maintain records. With a focus on compassion and accuracy, the position requires a candidate with strong phlebotomy skills and experience in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications

• Three years of phlebotomy experience required, including pediatric, geriatric and capillary collections.
• Minimum 2 years in a Patient Service Center environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draw quality blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for lab testing.
• Maintain safety and professionalism during patient interactions.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer Focus

Communication

Decision Making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy certification

Medical training (medical assistant or paramedic)

Tools

Keyboard/data entry

Job description

Job Title- Phlebotomist II
Location- Prospect, CT
Duration- 4+ Months
Shift/Time Zone: Monday- Friday 7 am to 4 pm

Certificate of completion of a phlebotomy class is required

Job Description:

• Patient Services Representative II (PSR II) represents the face of our company to patients who come in, both as part of their health routine or for insights into life-defining health decisions.
• The PSR II draws quality blood samples from patients and prepares those specimens for lab testing while following established practices and procedures.
• The PSR II has direct contact with patients and creates an atmosphere of trust and confidence while explaining procedures to patients and drawing blood specimens in a skillful, safe and accurate manner.
• The PSR II will demonstrate Leadership Behaviors while focusing on process excellence skills and sensitivity to confidentiality and accuracy to patient information.
• Successful applicants may be assigned to a doctor's office, a patient service center or as business needs dictate.
• Under the direction of the area supervisor, perform daily activities accurately and on time.
• Maintain a safe and professional environment.
• Performs with confidence, both the forensic and clinical specimen collection and processing duties following established practices and procedures.
• Perform verification of patient demographic info / initials including patient signature post-venipuncture to verify tubes were labeled in their presence and that the name on the label is correct.
• Maintains required records and documentation.
• Demonstrates organizational commitment and promotes a positive image to patients, clients, employees and the public in general.

Job Requirements:

• Ability to provide quality, error free work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal on-site supervision.
• Excellent phlebotomy skills to include pediatric and geriatric.
• Flexible and available based on staffing needs, which includes weekends, holidays, on-call and overtime.
• Committed to all Policies & Procedures including Company dress code, Employee Health & Safety, and Everyday Excellence Guiding Principles.
• Must be able to make decisions based on established procedures and exercise good judgment
• Must have reliable transportation, valid driver license, and clean driving record, if applicable
• Travel and flexible hours required to work multiple locations and required to cover at Patient Service Center/In-Office Phlebotomy locations with minimal notice.
• Capable of handling multiple priorities in a high-volume setting.
• Must demonstrate Superior Customer Focus; ability to communicate openly and transparently with peers, supervisors and patients; ability to accelerate and embrace change; and knowledge of our business.

Required Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical training: medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred.
• Required in California, Nevada, and Washington.

Work Experience:

• Three years of phlebotomy experience required, including pediatric, geriatric and capillary collections.
• Minimum 2 years in a Patient Service Center environment preferred.
• Customer service in a preferred retail or service environment.
• Keyboard/data entry experience.

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