EKG TECH/PHLEBOTOMIST LABORATORY PER DIEM FLEXIBLE 23573

About the role

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is looking for an EKG Tech/Phlebotomist.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and cleans equipment; checks that equipment is working properly and reports problems to supervisor.
• Performs routine EKGs on assigned nursing units and responds to stat requests as necessary.
• Assures EKG tracings are appropriately labeled and checks quality of tracing before giving to cardiologist for interpretation.
• Inspects the phlebotomy cart for expiration and adequate supply; fills in the daily inspection checklist before using the cart at the beginning of a shift or whenever the cart is used for the first time in that shift.
• Assures proper patient identification by checking the patient’s ID wristband with the requisition slips and follows correct patient identification throughout the processing.
• Draws blood from patients and brings specimens to the appropriate laboratory section.
• Properly labels all blood specimens collected in the presence of the patient; writes the test requested in a logbook and files the paperwork as required.
• Records phlebotomy requisitions on appropriate log sheets (STAT, OP, etc.) and assures complete patient identification on requisitions including the diagnosis.
• Assists laboratory techs in receiving dropped-off specimens in Paragon.
• Centrifuges specimens appropriately according to instructions.
• Maintains the outpatient phlebotomy room and supply room in sanitary condition, free of floor clutter and fully stocked with supplies.
• Stocks shelves so that older supplies are used first.
• Ensures the safety of the pager and handheld equipment by storing them in assigned lockers when not in use.
• Labels sharps collectors, prepares them for discard when ¾ full, and brings them to Central Service for disposal.
• Collects medical waste from various laboratory sections; labels, weighs, and logs them as required.
• Stores the phlebotomy cart according to numerical arrangement in the assigned storage room at the end of the shift.
• Answers phone calls received in the laboratory.
• Receives all drop-off specimens in a timely manner and places specimen tubes in the centrifuge while processing in Paragon.
• Delivers STAT specimens to the processing area, alerting Med tech.
• Understands and follows Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures.
• Demonstrates customer service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience, and helpfulness; responses are timely, professional, caring, and respectful.
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Assesses gaps in policies and procedures and creates necessary policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps.
• Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct and is familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• EKG Certification preferred.
• Phlebotomist training required for the EKG/Phlebotomist position.
• Certification or competency from previous employer as a Phlebotomist.

Skills

• Manual dexterity.
• Ability to plan and utilize time management skills.
• Computer literate.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Speaks, reads, and writes English to the extent required by the position.

Job setting / Physical demands

• Works in well-lighted, temperature-controlled patient-treatment areas.
• Requires standing for long periods; noise level is usually moderate.
• Work is fast paced and subject to shift rotation.
• Subject to exposure to bloodborne pathogens, dust, fumes, odors, mists, gases, biological, mechanical, electrical, chemical, and other hazardous materials.
• Expected to adhere to the Hospital’s Drug and Smoke Free work environment and to adhere to OSHA mandates and precautionary measures.
• Occasional prolonged standing/walking; occasional bending, stooping, reaching, etc.

Pay

$19.29 – $22.50 per hour, commensurate with experience within posted range.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Generous time-off policy including ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave, and nine paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to support ongoing development.