What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Phlebotomist position at Brookdale Associates?
Hi! We are currently looking for a Phlebotomist to join our outpatient team in Somers, NY!
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 (DOE)
Excellent Benefits Package: Health, Vision, Dental, 401K, Profit Sharing, Rollover PTO & Tuition Reimbursement!
**Great work life balance!
Responsibilities
- Arrange daily activities based on urgency of requests for fluid samples
- Identify patients and their personal information using their ID, documents or other means
- Determine the right venipuncture method based on patient age, health etc.
- Reassure patients and help them relax
- Find veins that are suitable for puncture
- Draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment
- Ensure optimal quality and quantity of samples
- Label samples correctly and send or deliver them for testing
- Answer patient questions and provide useful information
- Keep accurate records on fluid specimens and tests
- Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards while working
- Help with blood transfusions when needed
Skills
- Proven experience as a Phlebotomist
- Experience with effective puncture techniques
- Understanding of proper patient identification methods
- Knowledge of legal requirements about drawing blood, handling fluid samples and use of relevant medical equipment and material
- Ability to use computers to enter information
- Excellent communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to connect with various types of patients (such as children, elderly, pregnant women) and make them feel comfortable
- Patience and presence of mind
- Diploma in Phlebotomy or extensive on-the-job training
- Certification is a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Phlebotomist: 1 year (Preferred)
- Blood Draws: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Certified Phlebotomy Certificate (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $26
