Phlebotomist Floater ($1000.00 SIGN ON BONUS)

BioReference Health•Westbury, NY

11d

About The Position

The Phlebotomist serves patients by preparing specimens for laboratory testing and performing screening standards. The role involves collecting quality blood samples while creating an atmosphere of trust and confidence. The Phlebotomist also processes, labels, stores, and packages specimens according to established procedures and test-specific protocols, and provides courteous support to patients and customers.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid phlebotomy certification for the state of employment where required; certification is required in California, Louisiana, Nevada, and Washington.
At least 6 months of work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting.
Reliable transportation, at least 4 years of licensed driving experience, and a valid driver’s license issued in the state of residence.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Willingness to travel throughout the assigned geography about 100% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Excellent patient interaction skills in person and by phone.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

Perform blood draws and collect other specimens, such as urine or fecal samples, according to established procedures.
Greet customers and treat them courteously.
Explain venipuncture and other specimen-collection processes clearly and courteously, and help reduce patient anxiety before, during, and after collection.
Demonstrate proper collection techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
Understand physicians’ orders and verify requisition forms or computer labels against scripts for accuracy.
Match requisitions to specimen tubes; label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test orders.
Package and store specimens at required temperatures in appropriate containers, following protocols that preserve specimen integrity during transport.
Demonstrate proficiency in specimen collection and processing methods.
Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and attend annual department training.
Answer telephone calls and provide laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.
Perform other duties as assigned.