Phlebotomist

Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport has more than 3,200 employees. It includes a 473-bed community teaching hospital, a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport, a large multispecialty provider group, and special needs services for adults and children. St. Vincent’s is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network, and is the system’s second-largest hospital. _Job Summary _ The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting venous and capillary blood specimens from patients in a safe and accurate manner according to established lab policies and practices. Demonstrates H3W behaviors with a focus on exceptional patient experience and quality service and outcomes. The Phlebotomist is required to comply with all OSHA and regulatory requirements including the wearing of Personal Protective Equipment [PPE]. * High School graduate or equivalent. * Or, other experience and training that will support minimum on-the-job training to perform the above duties * Keyboarding/data entry experience * Knowledge of venipuncture techniques * Excellent customer service skills with a professional attitude * Good keyboarding skills with ability to learn various laboratory application and HHC computer systems * Continuous improvement mindset * Ability to handle different patient population including difficult patients. * Strong trouble shooting and problem solving skills * We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment. Job: * Lab Services / Phlebotomy Organization: * St. Vincent's Medical Center Title: Phlebotomist Location: Connecticut-Bridgeport-St Vincents Medical Center (10427) Requisition ID: 26161526 Other Locations: United States