Kings County Hospital Center has a rich legacy for its pioneering role in medicine. Today, with over 625 beds, our hospital remains on the cutting edge of technology and provides the most modern procedures with state-of-the-art equipment. Built in 1831 as a one room infirmary for publicly supported care of the sick, Kings County Hospital Center continues to be a leading healthcare facility whose mission is to provide care to everyone regardless of their ability to pay. The hospital provides a wide range of health services, and specialties are offered in all fields of modern medicine. More than 200 clinics provide a wide array of ambulatory care services.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Tour II: 8:00AM to 4:00PM

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Performs phlebotomy procedures under clinical supervision of licensed personnel and general supervision of the area Supervisor, Assistant Director, Lab Administrator and Director of Laboratories in order to provide ancillary support to laboratories in drawing blood from patient/client for testing and diagnostic procedures.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Outpatient Phlebotomy.
• Inpatient Phlebotomy.
• All patient populations, including newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Draws blood for laboratory testing and diagnostic procedures in all areas and for all patient populations, including newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, on a rotational basis in accordance with established protocols and procedures.
• Provides instruction to patients in order to obtain test samples as required; appropriately assesses patient limitations; exhibits appropriate behaviors to patients; collects specimens.
• Maintains strict patient confidentiality (HIPAA) at all times.
• Identify patient's name and date of birth by scanning the inpatient ID band before venipuncture is performed.
• Follows procedures on identification of outpatient and specimens and performs related documentation.
• Understands and practices the elements of the National Patient Safety Goals.
• Follow HHC policy and procedures for the clinical laboratory.
• Register patients in EPIC System, if needed order tests.
• Maintains required records and logs; files ancillary log sheets; submits and/or records statistics daily; performs other clerical tasks in support of blood drawing activities.
• Assists in procuring, inspecting, cleaning, and storing of related phlebotomy/laboratory equipment including venipuncture trays, carts.
• Adheres to infection control practices including standard precautions, isolation techniques, tray decontamination, and recommended hand washing techniques; follows all other safety protocols.
• Performs related work, such as weekly decontamination of phlebotomy trays and completing individual monthly log.
• Assists in training new phlebotomists.
• Answer and direct calls to appropriate department relay messages in a timely manner.
• Addresses issues or situations that require immediate or additional attention (e.g., adverse reactions to phlebotomy) and informs the supervisor or other appropriate leadership of such situations.
• Attends and participates in continuing education and in-service programs.
• Participates in internal/external quality assurance, performance improvement activities and programs, departmental and team/committee meetings, and facility-wide training.
• Adheres to dress code policy, neat and clean appearance is recommended.

Work Aids:

• Includes the safe use and handling of toxic, infectious, fumes, electrical and other biohazardous substances.

1. Graduation from a senior high school or evidence of having passed an examination for a High School Equivalency Diploma; or,
2. Satisfactory combination and education, training and experience; and,
3. Successful completion of the prescribed training program for Phlebotomist.

EQUIPMENT/MACHINES OPERATED:

• Rover.

COMPUTER PROGRAMS/SOFTWARE OPERATED:

• EPIC

Please be advised that proof of Covid-19 vaccination is required prior to hire.

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NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs