Phlebotomist Outreach Services

About the Role

Primarily responsible for specimen collection procedures, including but not limited to, venipuncture and capillary draws for patients in the nursing home and home phlebotomy areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and capillary draws on geriatric, neonate, and pediatric patients
• Use micro-collection and butterfly collection techniques
• Obtain and interpret patient information to assess needs
• Maintain a customer-focused approach in stressful situations
• Demonstrate a confident and professional manner with coworkers and the public
• Work safely with infectious and/or hazardous materials
• Transport phlebotomy supplies as needed
• Participate in on-call scheduling and mandates as required

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Successful completion of a Clinical Phlebotomy rotation and/or six (6) months experience in phlebotomy (including micro-collection and butterfly collection on geriatric and neonate/pediatric patients)
• Proof of certification required if experience is less than six (6) months
• Valid NYS Driver’s license and access to a vehicle

Working Conditions

• Normal heat, light, and safe working environment with occasional exposure to mildly unpleasant physical conditions
• Schedule flexibility required, including weekend and holiday rotation
• Shift hours: 5a–1p or 6a–2p