Phlebotomist Part time 20 hours per week, morning hours

BRISTOL HOSPITAL GROUP•Bristol, CT

1d•$19 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Bristol Health is hiring a part-time Phlebotomist for 20 hours per week during morning hours. The position is based at Bristol Hospital Main Campus in Bristol, Connecticut, and may require work at various laboratory locations and travel to off-site facilities. The Phlebotomist performs venipuncture and other phlebotomy procedures for patients of all age groups, processes specimens, maintains specimen integrity and quality control, and provides courteous customer service. The role also responds to assigned STAT requests, including requests at skilled nursing facilities and home draws. The employee supports laboratory operations by maintaining a safe, orderly work area, following regulatory standards and Universal Precautions, monitoring and restocking supplies, confirming patient demographics, and using departmental computer systems. The position may also assist with patient transport using wheelchairs and requires flexibility to float or be reassigned as needed. Training is provided.

Requirements

High school diploma or High School Equivalency.
Phlebotomy certification through NPA or CPT(ASCP) required within 12 months of hire; current certification is strongly preferred.
Valid Connecticut driver's license.
Strong interpersonal and phlebotomy skills.
Ability to float and work at various draw stations and to travel to off-site locations; a car and valid Connecticut driver's license in good standing are required for outpatient or long-term care work.
Adaptability and flexibility to meet work schedule and patient-care requirements.
Data-entry, computer, and customer-service skills.
Good command of English and knowledge of medical terminology and ICD-9 coding.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work under time constraints and heavy workload demands while maintaining accuracy.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting light objects under 20 pounds and walking, standing, and sitting for prolonged periods.
Ability to concentrate on moderate detail despite constant interruptions and attend to tasks for more than 60 minutes at a time.
Ability to understand and relate to specific ideas, remember multiple tasks over long periods, and communicate verbally using advanced-level vocabulary.
For outpatient or long-term care work, automobile liability insurance of $100,000-$300,000 is required.

Nice To Haves

Medical office or hospital experience is desired.

Responsibilities

Perform venipuncture and other phlebotomy procedures for patients of all age groups.
Process specimens, verify that the appropriate specimen was obtained or received for requested tests, and maintain specimen integrity.
Maintain applicable quality-control systems and follow regulatory standards and Universal Precautions.
Provide timely, courteous customer service to patients and internal and external clients.
Communicate effectively with administrators, colleagues, patients, and healthcare providers.
Work at various laboratory locations and respond promptly to assigned STAT requests, including requests for skilled nursing facilities and home draws, within defined turnaround times.
Check inventory, rotate supplies, and restock supplies when necessary.
Confirm patient demographics according to departmental guidelines and update information for appropriate accessioning in the computer system.
Use internal systems and computer applications to complete assigned tasks and resolve routine issues with Laboratory personnel.
Maintain a safe and orderly work area and adhere to the Laboratory dress code policy.
Assist with patient transport using wheelchairs.
Float or accept reassignment to another department, unit, office, or location as needed.
Complete assigned work on time and perform additional tasks, assignments, or projects to benefit the organization.