Phlebotomy Specimen Processing Technician

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, caring professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood specimens, perform phlebotomy functions, and process samples as directed by physician order using age-appropriate-specific criteria while following established policies and procedures to ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Perform EKG when assigned to work in the Express Lab location.

We are committed to supporting your career growth and professional potential with resources to help you excel, tuition reimbursement programs, 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.

Requirements

• Minimum Education: High school graduate or equivalent, including knowledge of computer science.
• Completion of a phlebotomy course with at least 100 hours of clinical rotation in a healthcare setting OR completion of a phlebotomy course and at least one (1) year of appropriate phlebotomy 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.
• 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 patients.
• Manual dexterity required.
• Works in a clean, well-lighted, heated, or ventilated facility with routine exposure to biological hazards in the Laboratory.
• Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks.
• Visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate sample collection computer and office equipment.
• Ability to withstand long periods of sitting, standing, and/or constant walking.
• Ability to lift 20 lbs and push 100 lbs.
• Mental demands include fostering collaborative relationships, working well under pressure, organizing and synthesizing new information, and prioritizing 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.

Pay

The compensation range for this role is $25.54–$31.75 hourly. When determining compensation, several factors may be considered, such as location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, and internal equity.

Schedule

This is an on-site position with irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.