Phlebotomist - Per Diem

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Performs phlebotomy procedures, prepares and distributes samples. Interacts with providers, nurses, clinical staff and patients; from infants to geriatric. Proper phone etiquette and client service abilities are a must, as well as record management and data entry skill.

SPECIFIC ELEMENTS AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

1. Read all laboratory test requisitions and obtain correct specimen based on test requirements. Collect timed specimens, being aware of the importance of timing in certain instances and following all laboratory guidelines.

2. Assure that all the required paperwork is present and properly completed, including patients name, date and time of collection and phlebotomists’ initials.

3. Demonstrates the capability of proper specimen collection to include venipuncture, heel sticks, finger sticks, 24-hour urines and urine drug screens.

4. Follow all laboratory safety rules and utilizes proper PPE.

5. Complies with quality assurance/quality control practices.

6. Maintain confidentiality of all patient information.

7. Perform other duties such as clerical functions and assisting the technologist when required.

8. Promptly and accurately responds to inquiries for test results.

9. Maintain phlebotomy area clean and stocked with supplies

10. Order and process incoming supplies.

11. Maintain a thorough knowledge of departmental and hospital policies.

All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Employees will be required to perform other job-related instructions given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Hours: Per Diem, variable shifts

Salary:  Base salary of $21.03 - $29.80 per hour based on experience, along with a $2.00 per hour per diem incentive.

Company Overview:

Ellenville Regional Hospital is a non-profit, community focused hospital based in New York’s Hudson Valley. We support our local community with health, wellness, specialty services and readily available diagnostic testing. We are centrally located for residents in surrounding areas to access our subacute rehabilitation programs, specialists and ambulatory services. Our healthcare is delivered with compassion and respect based on our commitment to improving our community health through excellence, innovation and state-of-the-art technologies.

Benefits:

• 403b
• Sick Time

Requirements

EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of an approved training program, or work experience as a phlebotomist is required
• Minimum 1-year phlebotomy experience is preferred

EDUCATION

• High School or Equivalent

CERTIFICATION

• Completion of an approved registry phlebotomy program