Phlebotomist

Phlebotomist page is loaded## Phlebotomistlocations: Albany, NYtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-0000022059* Be part of a practice at the forefront of cutting-edge cancer care and advanced treatments* Access opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.* Work alongside a collaborative and compassionate team of experts dedicated to making a difference.* Enjoy the convenience of multiple locations throughout the Capital Region.* Contribute to groundbreaking clinical trials that shape the future of oncology care.Discover your career potential with a practice dedicated to excellence and innovation.**Job Description:****Pay Range: $18 - $23 per hour****SCOPE:** Under minimal supervision, is responsible for the collecting and processing of specimens from patients. Follows quality assurance and safety policies and procedures. Assists with patient flow as needed. Properly identifies patient, draws blood samples and sends to laboratory for analysis. Maintains collection areas and equipment and performs record keeping duties. Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods and adheres to quality guidelines.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Performs phlebotomy and collects appropriate specimens from patients as ordered. Assures pre-authorizations and completes appropriate consent (ABN) prior to collection of limited coverage tests.* Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, equipment records and checklists.* Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all supplies are viable before using for patient collection.* Sends specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house.* Processes incoming orders for lab testing.* Processes in-house and in-coming reports.* Updates and files all daily paperwork, lab logs and maintenance logs.* Properly identifies and bands patients for blood product transfusion. Processes properly labeled specimens according to local blood bank policy.* Operates designated laboratory equipment as directed.* Uses equipment effectively, skillfully, and efficiently. Maintains equipment and work area as directed.* Performs waived lab testing under CLIA guidelines for personnel. Records proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrator, and reagents for waived lab tests.* Complies with regulatory agency standards. Adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures.* Properly disposes of hazardous materials.* Maintains a clean working environment and restocks the phlebotomy and laboratory area as needed.* Maintains confidentially of all information related to patients and medical staff.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:** Position requires at least one year of phlebotomy experience or licensure from an accredited school of phlebotomy. High school diploma or equivalent is required. Current state licensure if applicable.**PHYSICAL DEMANDS:** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be offered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands of this job typically require full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination in operation and manipulation of complex laboratory equipment. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods of time with the use hands to finger, handle, or feel and arms to reach or carry. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision, color perception and hearing to normal range. Requires legible handwriting.locations: Albany, NYtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterday**Build a Career That Makes a Difference** At New York Oncology Hematology (NYOH), we’re more than just the Capital Region’s leader in cancer care and blood disorders—we’re a team of passionate professionals united by a shared mission: to provide compassionate, cutting-edge care to thousands of patients each year.With six state-of-the-art cancer centers across Albany, Amsterdam, Clifton Park, Hudson, and Troy—and a dedicated women’s imaging center, Akira Medical Imaging + Wellness—we bring advanced treatment close to home. Our team includes 35 board-certified physicians and more than 300 cancer care specialists, all working together across medical oncology, radiation oncology, hematology and gynecologic oncology and surgery.At NYOH, we are committed to delivering excellent health care to help our patients continue to tell their story. If you’re looking for more than just a job—if you want a career with purpose—join us and be part of a community that’s changing lives and shaping the future of cancer care. #J-18808-Ljbffr Astera Cancer Care