Phlebotomy Technician & Lab Support

Mohawk Valley Health System; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Laboratory Assistant II at Mohawk Valley Health System in Utica, NY, provides patient reception, specimen collection, processing, and clerical support under supervision. The role supports reference lab testing and coordinates with the Laboratory Services team to ensure accurate, timely results.

Duties include blood collection by venipuncture and capillary methods, sample labeling, test registration, patient instruction for specimen collection, and strict adherence to infection control

Qualifications

• High school diploma is REQUIRED.
• 1 year of Phlebotomy or laboratory experience is REQUIRED.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates specimen preparation and packaging for reference lab testing and monitors outstanding orders.
• Obtains blood specimens by venipuncture or skin puncture using appropriate technique.
• Registers and orders tests on patients following procedures, including scanning scripts into the system.
• Instructs patients on urine, sputum, and stool specimen collection and ensures proper labeling and handling.
• Maintains infection control practices and keeps phlebotomy areas clean and stocked.
• Assists with training and coaching of Lab Assistants as needed.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory experience

Patient care

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

1 year phlebotomy or lab experience

Job description

The Laboratory Assistant II at Mohawk Valley Health System in Utica, NY, provides patient reception, specimen collection, processing, and clerical support under supervision. The role supports reference lab testing and coordinates with the Laboratory Services team to ensure accurate, timely results.

Duties include blood collection by venipuncture and capillary methods, sample labeling, test registration, patient instruction for specimen collection, and strict adherence to infection control