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About the Role

This PRN position is responsible for collecting and processing specimens from patients, assisting with patient flow, drawing blood samples for analysis, and maintaining collection areas and equipment. The role operates within defined standard operating procedures and adheres to quality guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomy and collects appropriate specimens from patients as ordered.
• Assures pre-authorizations and completes appropriate consent (ABN) prior to collection of limited coverage tests.
• Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, equipment records and checklists.
• Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all supplies are viable before using for patient collection.
• Sends specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house.
• Processes incoming orders for lab testing.
• Processes in-house and in-coming reports.
• Updates and files all daily paperwork, lab logs and maintenance logs.
• Properly identifies and bands patients for blood product transfusion.
• Processes properly labeled specimens according to local blood bank policy.
• Operates designated laboratory equipment as directed.
• Maintains equipment and work area as directed.
• Performs waived lab testing under CLIA guidelines for personnel.
• Records proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrator, and reagents for waived lab tests.
• Complies with regulatory agency standards.
• Adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures.
• Properly disposes of hazardous materials.
• Maintains a clean working environment and restocks the phlebotomy and laboratory area as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information related to patients and medical staff.

Requirements

• At least one year of phlebotomy experience or licensure from an accredited school of phlebotomy.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current state licensure if applicable.
• Requires full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination in operation and manipulation of complex laboratory equipment.
• Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods of time with the use hands to finger, handle, or feel and arms to reach or carry.
• Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Requires corrected vision, color perception and hearing to normal range.
• Requires legible handwriting.

Skills

• Phlebotomy
• Specimen collection and processing
• Patient identification
• Record keeping
• Quality assurance
• Safety policies and procedures
• CLIA guidelines
• OSHA compliance
• Universal Precautions
• Hazardous material disposal
• Equipment operation and maintenance

Location

• Multiple locations throughout the Capital Region
• Albany
• Amsterdam
• Clifton Park
• Hudson
• Troy

Work Type

• PRN
• Float

Experience Level

• At least one year of phlebotomy experience

Education Level

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Licensure from an accredited school of phlebotomy

Salary/Compensations

• $18 - $23 per hour

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional growth
• Continuing education

About the Company

• New York Oncology Hematology (NYOH) is the Capital Region's leader in cancer care and blood disorders.
• NYOH provides compassionate, cutting-edge care to thousands of patients each year.
• NYOH has six state-of-the-art cancer centers and a dedicated women's imaging center.
• The team includes 35 board-certified physicians and more than 300 cancer care specialists.
• NYOH is committed to delivering excellent health care.