Phlebotomist

Phlebotomist IIWork where every moment matters.Every day, almost 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.The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an acute-care community teaching hospital, we provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services in general medicine and surgery, as well as a wide variety of specialties. Staffed by our talented team of leading professionals, The Hospital of Central Connecticut provides a wide array of services throughout the region, caring for patients from birth through the end of life.Job SummaryThe Phlebotomist II is responsible for collecting venous and capillary blood specimens from patients in a safe and accurate manner according to established lab policies and practices. In combination with regular phlebotomist duties, additional duties includes but not limited to proficiencies in specimen processing, maintaining inventory, dispatch scheduling and EPIC registration. These responsibilities requires patient contact.QualificationsHigh School graduate or equivalent.Or, successful completion of Phlebotomy program.6 months of phlebotomy 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.Ability to operate required lab equipment including pneumatic tube.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.