Phlebotomist - Temporary

NYU Langone Health - New York City, NY - is a world-class, patient-centered, integrated academic medical center, known for its excellence in clinical care, research, and education. It comprises more than 200 locations throughout the New York area, including , , and a level 1 trauma center. Also part of NYU Langone Health is the , a National Cancer Institute designated comprehensive cancer center, and , which since 1841 has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history. For more information, go to , a nd interact with us on and . Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Phlebotomist. In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for performing routine technical duties in a laboratory or patient area. Job Responsibilities: Performs routine Phlebotomy in a laboratory or patient area. Aware of patients frame of mind and general appearance before proceeding with venipuncture. Cleans the area and secures the tourniquet. Inserts the needle accurately into the vein and draws the blood properly. Draws the number and types of tubes in accordance with the requisition. Strictly follows departmental and standard operating procedures. Completes all procedures during assigned shift. Labels the specimens and brings them into the main processing area in a timely manner. Labels all specimens accurately by affixing the computer-processing label. Brings STATS to appropriate departments immediately. Returns specimens to verifying area when rack is filled, and before breaks, lunchtime, and end of shift. Labels Blood bank specimens properly as set by laboratory protocol. Performs Quality Control Phlebotomy Procedures in the laboratory. Disposes of used needles immediately after use in the appropriate containers. Carries out safety and quality control procedures on a daily basis. Strictly complies with isolation and sterile procedures. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or the equivalent required. One year of Phlebotomy experience performing venipunctures and finger sticks. Practical knowledge of information system operations. Phlebotomy Certificate and/or Certification in Medical Assisting required. Appropriate interpersonal skills for interacting with patients, physicians, and other customers of the Outpatient Lab. Strong verbal communication skills in English language. Strong writing skills in the English language to include, but not limited to, legibility, neatness and completeness of thought. Detail oriented, capable of handling stress from irregular workload and demonstrate businesslike and professional attitude at all times. The phlebotomist must demonstrate expertise with the performance of the wide range of phlebotomy duties per laboratory procedure to include, procedures on patients ranging from pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online. If you wish to view NYU Langone Health's EEO policies, please . Please to view the Federal 'EEO is the law' poster or visit for more information. To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please . Please See Above... - Temporary - Full-time

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