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Phlebotomist

Catholic Health Services

Bethpage, NYJob$26.2/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$26.2/hr
Location
Bethpage, NY
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

BLS Certification From American Heart AssociationPhlebotomy Certification

Job overview

Catholic Health Services is hiring a Phlebotomist. Catholic Health is seeking a Phlebotomist to join their team at St. Joseph Hospital. This role involves performing phlebotomy, processing specimens, and operating laboratory information systems. The ideal candidate will contribute to providing exceptional patient care and support the hospital's commitment to quality achievements.

Key focus areas include Perform phlebotomy on patients following established laboratory policy and technique, Assist in other laboratory functions, and Process specimens.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or Equivalent, BLS Certification From American Heart Association, and Phlebotomy Certification. Important skills include Perform Phlebotomy, Process Specimens, Operate Lab LIS, Handle Phone Calls, Accession Test Requests, and Prepare Samples For Analysis.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Perform PhlebotomyProcess SpecimensOperate Lab LISHandle Phone CallsAccession Test RequestsPrepare Samples for AnalysisReview Request FormsPrepare Phlebotomy TrayParticipate in Departmental QA ProgramCourteous to PatientsProper Labeling and Identification of PatientDisposing of NeedlesExercising Universal Safety PrecautionsAssist in Other Laboratory FunctionCentrifugationBar CodingDistributionAnswering TelephonesInteraction With Physicians' OfficesCourteous and Professional Manner

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentBLS Certification From American Heart AssociationPhlebotomy CertificationPrior Hospital Experience

Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Overview

By growing in every aspect of patient experience and quality, Catholic Health is becoming the most preferred choice on Long Island. From the bedside to the exam room to training and safety and every human moment in between — we’re dedicated to providing better care for our communities. Every patient. Every moment. That’s what it means to be dedicated to better.

A member of Catholic Health, St. Joseph Hospital is a not-for-profit acute care facility that provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient medical, critical care and surgical services. Amongst many quality achievements, St. Joseph is the first hospital on Long Island to earn the AFIB GOLD Quality Achievement award.

Join our exceptional team and work in a great environment with state-of-art equipment and genuine career growth opportunities.

Job Details

Responsibilities:

  • The phlebotomist performs phlebotomy on patients and follows established laboratory policy and technique, i.e. – courteous to patients, proper labeling and identification of patient, disposing of needles and exercising universal safety precautions.

  • Ability to perform phlebotomy and assist in other laboratory function.

  • Able to process specimens and to operate Lab LIS and handle all phone calls.

  • Responds promptly to requests to perform phlebotomy within established acceptable time frame. Accessions test requests in LIS, reference lab systems.

  • Assists in preparing samples for analysis – i.e.- centrifugation, bar coding, and distribution, process specimens.

  • Reviews request forms for completion and compliance.

  • Prepares phlebotomy tray with blood collection items for use.

  • Exhibits initiative to increase his/her knowledge through on the job training and in-service programs.

  • Participates in Departmental Q.A. program.

  • Deals with public i.e. – answering telephones, interaction with physicians' offices, etc. in a courteous and professional manner.

Qualifications:

  • High School diploma or equivalent. Phlebotomy Certification desired.

  • BLS Certification from American Heart Association required.

  • Prior hospital experience preferred.

Salary Range

USD $26.20 - USD $26.20 /Hr.

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, employees are eligible for generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.

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