Phlebotomist/Laboratory Assistant, 3rd Shift, 24 hours, Lab Department

Day Kimball Healthcare • Putnam, CT

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Day Kimball Health is hiring for a Phlebotomist/Laboratory Assistant to join our Laboratory in Putnam, CT! This role involves working directly with 2nd and 3rd shift clinical workers as an ancillary technical employee. Responsibilities include obtaining blood specimens, planting microbiology specimens, running the dispatch area, inputting reference laboratory results into the LIS, placing specimens on instruments, and performing some CLIA-waived testing. The position requires obtaining blood specimens from all ages of patients using both venipuncture and micro-techniques, instructing patients on collecting chain of custody urine samples, and maintaining a complete understanding of patient safety and laboratory techniques to guarantee patient safety and anonymity.

Requirements

• High school diploma is a minimum requirement to complete the testing.
• Graduation and certification from approved phlebotomy program or recognized certifying agency is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of current liability insurance as well as reliable vehicle required.
• Prior lab experience either hospital or physician office preferred.
• Skilled with techniques of venipuncture and micro-puncture technique.
• Knowledge of Infection control and OSHA requirements to protect self.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems, including but not limited to, order entry, inquiry and specimen tracking.
• Excellent communication skills including telephone, written correspondence and speaking.
• Knowledge of OSHA and those regulations relating to the use of biohazards.
• Reliable vehicle and ability to travel off site to perform phlebotomy.
• Knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of waived testing and basic lab science, including QC requirements.
• Able to run centrifuges and follow brief instructions for placing bloods on instruments.

Responsibilities

• Obtains blood specimens from variety of patient types either in, out, home-bound or nursing home patients using either micro or venipuncture techniques. Identifies patient correctly using latest procedures/policies.
• Plates specimens for microbiology, including blood cultures following proper procedures.
• Removes specimens from pneumatic tubes, centrifuges blood, collects into system, places bloods and urines on instruments for analysis.
• Provides instruction to patients when setting up tolerance testing or collecting appropriate urine specimens.
• Files lab reference Lab reports in dispatch. Prepares work lists for morning and CLRs as needed.
• Performs waived testing, FLU A, urine pregnancy, and others as outlined by CLIA regulations

Benefits

• Earned Time Off (ETO), paid holidays, and sick time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with eligible employer contributions
• Educational Assistance & Student Loan Reimbursement – Up to $5,000 (36–40 hours) or $2,500 (20–35 hours) per fiscal year.
• Shift Differentials for eligible evening, night, and weekend shifts
• Pay-for-Performance opportunities
• Career Growth, Leadership Development, and Mentorship
• Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs, Recognition Events, Food Truck Fridays, and Weekly Pay

What This Job Offers

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