Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist (Part-time, Evenings, Non-benefitted)

Children's Health Orange County • Orange, CT

271d • $21 - $36

About The Position

The Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist is responsible for providing skilled specimen collection via venipuncture and capillary sticks while providing exceptional customer service as the face of the laboratory. They are responsible for receiving and processing samples as well as packaging samples for send-outs. They distribute samples tested in-house to different testing benches. The Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist is also responsible for carrying out clerical tasks including, but not limited to, computer data entry, telephone reception, and other general lab duties.

Requirements

• Minimum one (1) year phlebotomy experience.
• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Graduation from Phlebotomist Tech training program.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate lab equipment and proficient in human venipuncture techniques.
• Strong attention to detail, vigilance, poise, and composure in stressful situations.
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.
• Certified Phlebotomist Tech 1 (California).

Nice To Haves

• One (1) or more years of infant/pediatric blood collection experience.
• Completion of some college level courses.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled specimen collection via venipuncture and capillary sticks.
• Deliver exceptional customer service as the face of the laboratory.
• Receive and process samples.
• Package samples for send-outs.
• Distribute samples tested in-house to different testing benches.
• Perform clerical tasks including computer data entry and telephone reception.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary levels.
• Career development programs.
• Exceptional and innovative care environment.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED