Phlebotomist - Middletown, United States - Garnet Health

Description

OverviewAt Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley's leading integrated health system, you'll find the perfect balance of a satisfying career and a rewarding lifestyle.

Our focus is on patient-centric care with a collective of visionary leaders and dedicated and caring professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve.

If you're interested in a health system that's both growing and award-winning, serving a diverse community that provides the best of both city and rural life, we invite to make your career home with us as a Phlebotomist on our Laboratory team at/in Garnet Health Medical Center Middletown.

ResponsibilitiesResponsible for collecting blood specimens, performing phlebotomy functions and processing samples as directed by physician order using age appropriate-specific criteria while following established policies and procedures to ensure patient comfort and safety.

Performs EKG when assigned to work in the Express Lab location.
At Garnet Health, we are committed to supporting your career growth and professional potential. We are responsive, attentive and dedicated to the success and satisfaction of our team members.

Here, you'll find resources that will help you excel in your career, tuition reimbursement programs for your continued education, and comprehensive health, dental and retirement benefits designed to fit your individual and family needs.

Our inclusive and diverse team culture encourages you to contribute your exceptional talents, skills and perspectives to the success of our system, one another, our communities and our patients.

Join the Garnet Health team and let your excellence shine.

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We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary / hourly specifics during the application and hiring process. The compensation range for the role is $21.79-$27.62 hourly.

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When determining a team member's compensation and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

QualificationsMinimum Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent, including knowledge of computer science required.
• Completion of phlebotomy course with at least 100 hours of clinical rotation in a healthcare setting OR completion ofphlebotomy course and appropriate phlebotomy experience of at least one (1) year required

Minimum Experience:

• One (1) year of recent phlebotomy experience preferred
• Must demonstrate excellent phlebotomy skill and knowledge.
• Evening and night shift technicians must have significant experience with all age groups.
• Medical terminology and basic computer functions required.

EKG competency is preferred and will be offered during orientation as this position mainly works within the Express LabRequired Certification/Registration:

• National Phlebotomy certification required within six (6) months of hire

Physical Requirements:

• Primarily standing with intermittent sitting; bending at the waist and squatting as needed to access patient

Manual dexterityWorking Conditions:

• Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works in a clean, well-lighted, heated or ventilated facility. Routineexposure to biological hazards in the Laboratory.

Physical Demands:
Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplishtasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate samples collection computer and officeequipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift 20 lbs and push 100 lbs.

Mental Demands:
Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize newinformation, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Requireddetailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customerneeds and expectations. Subject to irregular hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Workplace typeOn-site