Phlebotomist (Newburgh)

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws, label specimens, and centrifuge specimens while recording maintenance data and conducting decontamination.
• Collect and store specimens according to established procedures.
• Explain the venipuncture process and other specimen collection methods clearly and courteously to patients.
• Demonstrate techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
• Fully understand and execute all physicians' orders.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes; label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as per test order requirements.
• Ensure accuracy by checking all test requisitions or computer labels against scripts.
• Package specimens for transport, adhering to protocols to maintain specimen integrity.
• Store specimen samples at required temperatures, place them in appropriate containers, and accurately label them.
• Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
• Wear appropriate attire as required.
• Attend annual department trainings.
• Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to address inquiries.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in phlebotomy and blood drawing techniques.
• Experience with straight needle techniques.
• Strong understanding of specimen processing.
• Bilingual capabilities are an advantage.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in drawing blood.
• Experience with infant and pediatric blood draws is a plus.
• Strong administrative skills and attention to detail.

Work Environment

• Dynamic work environment with opportunities for in-state travel.
• No holiday or vacation work.
• Working hours are from 8am to 4:30pm, with rotating Saturdays from 8am to 5pm.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newburgh, NY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.

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