Ekg Tech / Phlebotomist | Laboratory | Part-Time Flex (24831)

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center • Paramus, NJ

23d

About The Position

The EKG Tech / Phlebotomist performs routine and STAT EKGs, collects and processes blood specimens, and supports laboratory operations while following patient-identification, safety, quality, and infection-control procedures. The role maintains EKG and phlebotomy equipment, inspects and stocks carts and supply areas, labels and logs specimens, assists with specimen receipt and processing in Paragon, and delivers STAT specimens to the processing area. The employee also handles medical waste and sharps as directed, responds to laboratory phone calls, and maintains sanitary work areas.

The position is based in well-lighted, temperature-controlled patient-treatment areas. Work is fast-paced, involves prolonged standing and occasional bending, stooping, reaching, and walking, and is subject to shift rotation. The role may involve exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other hazardous materials. The employee is expected to follow departmental procedures, the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct, OSHA precautions, and the hospital’s drug- and smoke-free workplace requirements.

Requirements

• EKG certification required.
• Phlebotomist training required for the EKG/Phlebotomist position.
• Certification or competency as a phlebotomist from a previous employer.
• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Manual dexterity.
• Ability to plan and use time-management skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English to the extent required by the position.

Nice To Haves

• One year of EKG and phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Heartsaver/CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and clean equipment, verify that it is working properly, and report problems to a supervisor.
• Perform routine EKGs on assigned nursing units and respond to STAT requests.
• Ensure EKG tracings are correctly labeled and check tracing quality before submitting them for cardiologist interpretation.
• Inspect the phlebotomy cart for expiration dates and adequate supplies, and complete the daily inspection checklist before first use during a shift.
• Verify patient identity using the ID wristband and requisition slips, and maintain correct identification throughout specimen processing.
• Draw blood and deliver specimens to the appropriate laboratory section.
• Label collected blood specimens in the patient’s presence, record requested tests in a logbook, and file required paperwork.
• Record phlebotomy requisitions on the appropriate log sheets and ensure requisitions include complete patient identification and diagnosis.
• Assist laboratory technicians with receiving dropped-off specimens in Paragon and centrifuge specimens according to instructions.
• Maintain outpatient phlebotomy and supply rooms in sanitary, clutter-free condition; stock supplies so older items are used first.
• Safeguard assigned pagers and handheld equipment by storing them in assigned lockers when not in use.
• Label sharps collectors, prepare them for disposal when three-quarters full, and deliver them to Central Service.
• Collect medical waste from laboratory sections, label and weigh it, and maintain required logs.
• Store the phlebotomy cart in the assigned storage room according to numerical arrangement at the end of the shift.
• Answer laboratory phone calls, receive drop-off specimens promptly, and deliver STAT specimens to processing while alerting the medical technologist.
• Follow Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures and maintain departmental policies, quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection-control standards.
• Identify policy and procedure gaps and create necessary policies and procedures to address them.
• Provide timely, professional, caring, and respectful customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support department and organizational objectives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Generous time-off policy, including vacation days, personal time, sick leave, and nine paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Continuing education programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED