Phlebotomist

Job Description

Job Description

Phlebotomist - Hiring in Nassau and Suffolk County!

Job Description

This part-time Phlebotomist role focuses on providing high-quality blood collection services in a patient service center setting. You will perform routine and pediatric blood draws, handle specimen collection and processing, and support patients in a professional and compassionate manner. This position is ideal for candidates who enjoy a change of scenery and in-state travel while working a consistent weekly schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture using straight needles for the majority of blood draws, ensuring safe and accurate collection.
• Use butterfly needles confidently and appropriately for patients with difficult veins or hard sticks.
• Draw blood from patients of all ages, including pediatric patients, with a calm, patient, and reassuring approach.
• Collect, label, and handle blood specimens accurately to maintain sample integrity and prevent errors.
• Process blood specimens according to established procedures, including preparation for transport or analysis.
• Communicate clearly with Spanish-speaking patients and families, providing instructions and information in Spanish as needed.
• Verify patient identity and test orders carefully to ensure accuracy before performing blood collection.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of all blood draws, specimen collections, and related documentation.
• Follow all safety, infection control, and quality assurance procedures in the patient service center.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service to all patients, addressing questions and concerns respectfully.
• Assist with general administrative tasks related to phlebotomy and specimen processing, demonstrating strong attention to detail.
• Support a clean, organized, and efficient work area, ensuring all equipment and supplies are properly maintained.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience drawing blood in a clinical or patient service center environment.
• Proficiency in phlebotomy using straight needles for routine blood draws.
• Ability to use butterfly needles effectively for difficult or hard-stick patients.
• Experience performing pediatric blood draws and working comfortably with children.
• Fluency in Spanish and English, with the ability to communicate clearly with Spanish-speaking patients (bilingual in Spanish is required).
• Strong attention to detail in specimen collection, labeling, and documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to follow established procedures for blood collection, handling, and processing.
• Solid administrative and organizational skills related to phlebotomy and patient documentation.
• Commitment to patient care, safety, and confidentiality.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a patient service center or similar outpatient setting.
• Comfort with in-state travel and working in different locations as needed.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills when interacting with patients and healthcare staff.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced or changing environment.
• Reliability and punctuality in adhering to scheduled work hours.

Work Environment

This is a part-time role based primarily in a patient service center where you will perform blood draws and specimen collection.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Stony Brook, NY.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Stony Brook,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 24, 2026.

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