Phlebotomy Specimen Processing Technician

Garnet Health; City of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Garnet Health Medical Center Middletown is seeking a Phlebotomist to collect blood specimens, perform phlebotomy, and process samples per physician orders, using age-appropriate criteria to ensure patient comfort and safety. EKGs may be performed in the Express Lab when assigned.

We offer career growth resources, tuition reimbursement programs, and comprehensive benefits including health, dental and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent, including knowledge of computer science required.
• Completion of phlebotomy course with at least 100 hours of clinical rotation in a healthcare setting OR completion of phlebotomy course and appropriate phlebotomy experience of at least one year required.
• National Phlebotomy certification required within six (6) months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood specimens and perform phlebotomy according to physician orders using age-appropriate criteria.
• Process samples as directed by physician order and, when assigned to the Express Lab location, perform EKGs.
• Adhere to policies and procedures to ensure patient comfort and safety.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Education

High school graduate

Phlebotomy course with 100 h clinical rotation OR equivalent phlebotomy experience

National Phlebotomy certification within 6 months of hire

Job description

Overview

At Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley’s leading integrated health system, you’ll find the perfect balance of a satisfying career and a rewarding lifestyle. Our focus is on patient-centric care with a collective of visionary leaders and dedicated and caring professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve. If you’re interested in a health system that’s both growing and award-winning, serving a diverse community that provides the best of both city and rural life, we invite to make your career home with us as a Phlebotomist on our Laboratory team at/in Garnet Health Medical Center Middletown.

Responsibilities

Responsible for collecting blood specimens, performing phlebotomy functions and processing samples as directed by physician order using age appropriate-specific criteria while following established policies and procedures to ensure patient comfort and safety. Performs EKG when assigned to work in the Express Lab location.

At Garnet Health, we are committed to supporting your career growth and professional potential. We are responsive, attentive and dedicated to the success and satisfaction of our team members. Here, you’ll find resources that will help you excel in your career, tuition reimbursement programs for your continued education, and comprehensive health, dental and retirement benefits designed to fit your individual and family needs. Our inclusive and diverse team culture encourages you to contribute your exceptional talents, skills and perspectives to the success of our system, one another, our communities and our patients.

Join the Garnet Health team and let your excellence shine.

Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from Garnet Health System. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary / hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

The compensation range for the role is $25.54-$31.75 hourly.

Garnet Health System provides a compensation range to comply with the New York State law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. When determining a team member’s compensation and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

Qualifications

Minimum Education

• High school graduate or equivalent, including knowledge of computer science required.
• Completion of phlebotomy course with at least 100 hours of clinical rotation in a healthcare setting OR completion of phlebotomy course and appropriate phlebotomy experience of at least one (1) year required.

Minimum Experience

• One (1) year of recent phlebotomy experience preferred
• Must demonstrate excellent phlebotomy skill and knowledge.
• Evening and night shift technicians must have significant experience with all age groups.
• Medical terminology and basic computer functions required.
• EKG competency is preferred and will be offered during orientation as this position mainly works within the Express Lab

Required Certification/Registration

• National Phlebotomy certification required within six (6) months of hire.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily standing with intermittent sitting; bending at the waist and squatting as needed to access patient
• Manual dexterity

Working Conditions

• Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works in a clean, well-lighted, heated or ventilated facility. Routine exposure to biological hazards in the Laboratory.
• Physical Demands: Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate samples collection computer and office equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift 20 lbs and push 100 lbs.
• Mental Demands: Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations. Subject to irregular hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Workplace type

On-site