Urgently Hiring Hospital Phlebotomists

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MMV Lab Operations
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Job Summary Under the direct supervision of the lab supervisor, the phlebotomist will obtain blood specimens and collect non blood specimen, review lab requisitions and prepare specimen for analysis, may also perform various screening tests. The phlebotomist is to maintain a cooperative working relationship with patients, patients’ families, medical staff and interdepartmental and intradepartmental staff.
Essential Functions Check the test requisition or computer label , assure correctness and completeness prior to collecting samples.
* Performs venipuncture technique on adults, newborns, and pediatric patients. Able to successfully draw 100% of the patients assigned.
Accession specimens in the lab information computer.
* Ensure that there are adequate supplies to maintain the department’s operation.
Answer telephone calls; Ensure customer service.
Responsible for performing proper Infection Control Procedures. As well as maintaining the regular quality control procedures in accordance with the departments procedure and testing schedule.
* 100% of all procedures performed must meet OSHA and hospital/MMG infectious disease standards.
Train others in phlebotomy techniques when required and assist in the orientation of new associates.
* Effective training.
100% compliance with the policies and procedures of the department.
Attend in-service and staff meetings as required.

• Follow established hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Alerts supervisor to defective equipment.
• All defective equipment is reported immediately to ensure quick repair or replacement for continued patient care.

Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent
Phlebotomy certification from an accredited agency is required
Previous experience as a phlebotomist
Basic Life Support Certification
Montefiore Mount Vernon Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Mount Vernon Hospital will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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