Phlebotomist

Phlebotomist

This role is an on-site phlebotomist position at a patient service center, focusing primarily on blood collection using straight needles while also performing butterfly needle draws for more difficult venipunctures. You will work directly with patients, including pediatric patients, and ensure that all specimens are collected, labeled, and processed accurately with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture using straight needles for the majority of blood draws, ensuring safe and efficient collection.
• Use butterfly needles for hard sticks and challenging venipunctures when clinically appropriate.
• Draw blood from a diverse patient population, including pediatric patients, with care, professionalism, and sensitivity.
• Collect and process specimens according to established procedures and standards.
• Accurately label, document, and handle specimens to maintain integrity and prevent errors.
• Communicate clearly with patients in both English and Spanish, explaining procedures and addressing questions or concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in the patient service center.
• Follow all established protocols for infection control, safety, and specimen handling.
• Demonstrate strong administrative skills by completing forms, logs, and records accurately and on time.
• Collaborate with colleagues and support staff to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality service.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service to all patients and visitors.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience drawing blood with a straight needle.
• Proficiency in phlebotomy techniques, including venipuncture and specimen collection.
• Experience working with pediatric patients and performing blood draws on children.
• Ability to use both straight and butterfly needles confidently and appropriately.
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English (required).
• Strong administrative skills and attention to detail in documentation and specimen labeling.
• Ability to follow established procedures for specimen collection and processing.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with patients and colleagues.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a patient service center or similar clinical setting.
• Comfort working with a variety of patient populations and age groups.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks during busy periods.
• Commitment to accuracy, reliability, and high-quality patient care.

Work Environment

This position is based in a patient service center where you will perform blood draws and specimen collection in a clinical environment. The standard work schedule is 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays, with rotating Saturday shifts from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The setting is professional and fast-paced, requiring consistent attention to detail and adherence to clinical procedures. You will use standard phlebotomy equipment such as straight and butterfly needles and work in close contact with patients throughout the day.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Hyde Park, NY.

Pay and Benefits

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

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New Hyde Park,NY.

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