Phlebotomist, Floater ($1000.00 Sign-On Bonus)

BioReference Health•Clifton, NJ

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. This is a floater position requiring travel throughout the assigned geography about 100% of the time.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid phlebotomy certification for the state of employment where required (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

Greet customers appropriately and treat them courteously.
Collect specimens according to established procedures, including blood and other specimens such as urine or fecal samples as required.
Explain venipuncture and other specimen collection procedures 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 test requisitions or computer labels against the script for accuracy.
Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes; label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test orders.
Package and store specimens at required temperatures, use appropriate collection containers or tubes, label specimens accurately, and follow protocols that maintain specimen integrity during transport.
Demonstrate proficiency in proper specimen collection and processing methods.
Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
Attend annual department trainings.
Answer telephone calls and provide laboratory results in response to inquiries.
Perform blood draws, specimen labeling and centrifuging, maintenance-data recording, decontamination, and patient-information updates.
Perform other duties as assigned.