Phlebotomist, Hospital Phlebotomy

Phlebotomist IIA Phlebotomist collects specimens that will aid in the detection and diagnosis of disease and/or to monitor the progress of defined illnesses or treatments initiated by a physician. The Phlebotomist performs specimen collection procedures and provides phlebotomy support within the hospital and for those out-patient and off-site areas overseen by the Phlebotomy Service. This position requires the individual to provide excellent customer service, exercising sound judgement and demonstrating responsibility and proficiency in those areas in which the individual is qualified by education, training and experience.Communicates effectively with nursing staff, physicians and other hospital departments.Demonstrates cooperation and flexibility in continually meeting patient care needsCollects specimens for clinical laboratory analysis in a safe and effective manner that meets patient care needs.Where feasible, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the job's essential functions.Education, Licensure, Registration and/or Certification:Phlebotomist II: Formal academic training in phlebotomy or equivalent direct patient care education, CPR (BLS) certification required.Experience:Phlebotomist II: Must have one to two years' phlebotomy experience (preferably in a hospital setting). Meets all core competencies as a Phlebotomist I.Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System! Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.