Phlebotomist - Lab - Phlebotomy - Evening/Night

Centers Laboratory is actively searching for Phlebotomists to work Part-time for a Skilled Nursing Facility located in Hudson, NY. The ideal candidate will have 2 years of prior experience and excellent interpersonal skills!
Reports to: Phlebotomy Supervisor
Will work in multiple locations
Position Summary:
Phlebotomists are professionals who specialize in drawing blood from patients. Their responsibilities include interviewing and preparing the patient for the blood draw. They are required to follow strict precautionary safety procedures in order to limit the risk of contact with potentially infectious blood and other bodily fluids.
Record keeping and labeling are also major duties of phlebotomist, to ensure that the right tests are performed on the correct blood specimens.
Duties and Responsibilities:

Accurately identify patients using a wristband, documents or through known visual identification
Receive assignments, assemble supplies and equipment required to perform specimen collection according to established standards, policies, and procedures
Accurately identifies priorities such as Stat, timed, or routine
Determine the right venipuncture method based on patient age, health etc.
Reassure patients and help them relax
Find veins that are suitable for puncture
Draw blood using proper equipment and techniques
Keep all sharps, needles, and equipment out of reach of the patient and properly dispose of these and all medical waste
Follow the proper test tube order of draw
Use appropriate personal protective equipment
Ensure optimal quality and quantity of samples for the test and tube required
Label test tubes correctly and send or deliver them for testing
Does not attempt to draw any patient more than two times and request help if necessary
Answer patient questions and provide useful information
Keep accurate patient records
Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards while working
Monitor the patient for reactions; monitor equipment operations
Educate patient on immediate after care
Maintain a clean and sanitary space
If trained on specimen storage and centrifugation, use all appropriate procedures
Ensure patient confidentiality
Attend all required company meetings and training programs
Requirements:

• High school degree or equivalent
• Phlebotomy Technician certificate preferred
• Without certificate must have completed a hospital or major lab training program
• Understanding of standard blood drawing practices and procedures
• 2 years proven experience as a phlebotomist
• Good interpersonal skills and communication
• Able and flexible to work nights, evening hours, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts
• Strict adherence to safety regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Knowledge of aseptic and sterilization techniques
• Valid State issued driver's license with a good driving record
• Must have adequate automobile insurance
• Must have access to a vehicle in good driving condition