Phlebotomist

City of New York • New York City, NY

4h

About The Position

ONLY PERMANENT EMPLOYEES IN THE TITLE AND THOSE THAT ARE REACHABLE ON THE LABORATORY ASSOCIATE CIVIL SERVICE LIST ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY. Division/Program Summary: The Bureau of Public Health Clinics (BPHC) mission is to promote a healthy community by providing New Yorkers with the resources needed to make informed and empowered health decisions; identify and treat tuberculosis and provide immunization and sexual health services regardless of ability to pay or immigration status. BPHC provides direct clinic services to people seeking health care; monitors disease trends; provides education and training to service providers and community groups; conduct research; and develops policies and programs to deliver high quality clinical care which best serve New Yorkers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or its equivalent and:
• One year of appropriate full-time experience or training in a biological, chemical, or clinical laboratory; or
• Eight credits, including laboratory coursework, in biology, chemistry, or medical technology, from an accredited college or university; or
• A satisfactory equivalent combination of (1) and (2) above.
• However all candidates must have a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report quality Control testing on a weekly basis in the blood room for rapid (INSTI) HIV in accordance with the policy and procedures (SOPM).
• Perform and report quality Control testing on a weekly basis for all reagents in the blood room for rapid (INSTI) HIV in accordance with the policy and procedures (SOPM).
• Monitor temperature for refrigerators and GC incubator.
• Inform patients of the purpose and type of testing; ensuring specimens are obtained in a courteous and professional manner.
• Ensure specimens are stored safely and preserved in a designated area in accordance with the Bureau's policy and procedures.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and properly equip with supplies needed.

Benefits

• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
• a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
• additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
• a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• a tax-deferred savings program and
• a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
• Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees