Per Diem Phlebotomist

Per Diem Phlebotomist

New York, NY Temporary

NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition-free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health.

Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Per Diem Phlebotomist. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for performing routine technical duties in a laboratory or patient area.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs routine Phlebotomy in a laboratory or patient area.
• Aware of patients frame of mind and general appearance before proceeding with venipuncture.
• Cleans the area and secures the tourniquet. Inserts the needle accurately into the vein and draws the blood properly.
• Draws the number and types of tubes in accordance with the requisition. Strictly follows departmental and standard operating procedures.
• Completes all procedures during assigned shift.
• Performs Quality Control Phlebotomy Procedures in the laboratory.
• Disposes of used needles immediately after use in the appropriate containers.
• Carries out safety and quality control procedures on a daily basis. Strictly complies with isolation and sterile procedures.
• Labels the specimens and brings them into the main processing area in a timely manner. Labels all specimens accurately by affixing the computer-processing label.
• Brings STATS to appropriate departments immediately. Returns specimens to verifying area when rack is filled, and before breaks, lunchtime, and end of shift.
• Labels Blood bank specimens properly as set by laboratory protocol.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or the equivalent required.
• One year of Phlebotomy experience performing venipunctures and finger sticks.
• Practical knowledge of information system operations.
• Phlebotomy Certificate and/or Certification in Medical Assisting required. Appropriate interpersonal skills for interacting with patients, physicians, and other customers of the Outpatient Lab.
• Strong verbal communication skills in English language.
• Strong writing skills in the English language to include, but not limited to, legibility, neatness and completeness of thought.
• Detail oriented, capable of handling stress from irregular workload and demonstrate businesslike and professional attitude at all times.
• The phlebotomist must demonstrate expertise with the performance of the wide range of phlebotomy duties per laboratory procedure to include, procedures on patients ranging from pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family. NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.