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Northwell Health

Nonprofit health system in New York and Connecticut

Lead Phlebotomist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsPosted on Nov 6
Full-timeLake Success, NY, USA$51.8k - $79.3kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Current Phlebotomy Technician Certification is preferred, with specialized certifications as needed.
  • At least five years of technical experience is required.
  • Working knowledge of the Laboratory computer systems is required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and guide phlebotomists.
  • Draw blood from adult, pediatric, and infant patients and process specimens according to established procedures and techniques.
  • Schedule work, maintain related records, and prepare monthly reports for assigned areas of service.
  • Provide guidance and training to employees and oversee trainees at the request of the supervisor or manager.
  • Assist with coordination of specimen processing, order entry and inquiries, result and report inquiries, collection requirements, specimen and order problems, and supply inventory for the Phlebotomy section of the Laboratory; may function as site lead.
  • Perform venipuncture and collect blood, urine, sputum, stool, and nasal swab specimens, including more difficult cases as needed.
  • Collect, prepare, and label specimens for examination.
  • Deliver specimens to the laboratory.
  • Identify and document incorrect or inappropriate specimens or orders and alert appropriate medical staff.
  • Perform clerical duties involved in specimen collection for diagnostic studies.
  • Serve as a functional mentor with advanced knowledge of the function and department.
  • Recommend process improvements, new processes, tools and techniques, or development of new clinical services to management.
  • Perform related duties as required.

Desired Qualifications

  • Current Phlebotomy Technician Certification, with specialized certifications as needed.

About the Company

Northwell Health

Nonprofit health system in New York and Connecticut

Northwell Health is a nonprofit health system serving patients across New York City, Long Island, the Hudson Valley and Connecticut through hospitals and outpatient practices. Its network combines hospitals for complex care, community hospitals and specialty centers such as Cohen Children's Medical Center and Zucker Hillside Hospital. The system coordinates hospital, ambulatory and post-acute care, with philanthropy supporting its community mission. Its research institutes and partnerships with Hofstra University connect patient care with medical discovery and training for doctors, nurses and physician assistants. Founded in 1997, Northwell is headquartered in Lake Success, New York.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Lake Success, NY
Founded
1997

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