Patient Service Tech II (Phlebotomist) - Unity Hospital (Full-Time, Days/Evenings)

Unity Hospital

Full time

REQ_245510

Job Title: Patient Service Tech II (Phlebotomist)Department: Emergency DepartmentLocation: Unity Hospital | 1555 Long Pond Rd. Rochester, NY 14626Hours Per Week: 40Schedule: 8-hour day/evening shifts, weekend rotation required

SUMMARY

The primary role of a Patient Services Technician II is using the Laboratory Information System (LIS) to enter patient demographics (including confirming identity of patients), billing information, client information, orders for tests and appropriate comments essential to ensure complete procurement, processing, testing, reporting of results, compliance and billing, execute venipuncture procedures, including heel stick and finger stick techniques for the procurement of blood specimens, and perform essential functions necessary to maintain the integrity of the specimens for testing.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Using the Laboratory Information System (LIS) to enter patient demographics (including confirming identity of patients), billing information, client information, orders for tests and appropriate comments essential to ensure complete procurement, processing, testing, reporting of results, compliance and billing.

• Manually confirm the identity of patients and documenting essential information to complete procurement, processing, and testing of specimens.

• Executing venipuncture procedure including heel stick and finger stick techniques for the procurement of blood specimens.

• Performing the essential functions necessary to maintain the integrity of the specimens for testing.

• Greeting and assisting customers to provide general information.

• Collaborating with the Client Service Representative on orders and STATs.

• Communication with clients for information exchange to ensure accuracy, when necessary.

• Maintaining an adequate inventory of supplies and discarding of all expired materials.

• Training new employees or staff on phlebotomy procedures; assessing and reporting trainee progress to supervisor.

• Registering nursing home or outpatients in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) accurately and processing these specimens quickly prior to testing.

• Assisting supervisors and managers with special assignments and projects.

• Performing duties in compliance with company policies and procedures to meet corporate, state, federal, OSHA and customer specifications.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills required

• Basic keyboard/data entry skills required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certificate in Phlebotomy preferred

• Previous phlebotomy experience preferred

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$20.15 - $21.25

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14626

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.