Phlebotomist Floater ($1000.00 SIGN ON BONUS)

BioReference Health, LLC•Village of Westbury, NY

12d

About The Position

The Phlebotomist serves patients by preparing specimens for laboratory testing and performing screening standards. The role draws quality blood samples while creating an atmosphere of trust and confidence. The position involves traveling throughout an assigned geography about 100% of the time. BioReference Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BioReference, an OPKO Health company, is a full-service specialty laboratory focused on oncology, urology, and women's health. The company offers comprehensive test solutions and healthcare expertise based on a 40-year legacy of science and service.

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 courteously and explain collection procedures clearly.
Help reduce patient anxiety by providing a calm environment before, during, and after specimen collection.
Demonstrate proper techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
Understand physicians' orders and verify that requisition forms or computer labels match the script.
Match requisitions to specimen tubes; label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test orders.
Package specimens for transport and store samples at the required temperature in appropriate containers, following protocols that preserve specimen integrity.
Demonstrate proficiency in specimen collection and processing methods.
Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and attend annual department trainings.
Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to respond to inquiries.
Update patient information and perform related duties such as recording maintenance data and decontamination.
Perform other duties as assigned.