Bilingual Phlebotomist; Peekskill

Position: Bilingual Phlebotomist (Peekskill)
Job Title:

Bilingual Phlebotomist (Peekskill)

Job Description

The Bilingual Phlebotomist provides expert support in blood collection and specimen preparation, ensuring high-quality, accurate samples are obtained with minimal discomfort for patients across a wide demographic. This role requires a professional who can clearly explain procedures, maintain meticulous documentation, and uphold strict safety and regulatory standards while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

+ Perform venipuncture and other blood collection procedures using straight needles and butterfly needles, ensuring patient comfort and safety.

+ Collect, label, and store blood and other specimens (such as urine or fecal samples) according to established procedures and protocols.

+ Explain venipuncture and other specimen collection processes clearly and courteously to patients in a bilingual capacity, helping them feel at ease.

+ Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes, and accurately label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by specific test orders.

+ Verify all test requisitions or computer-generated labels against physician scripts to ensure 100% accuracy before processing.

+ Package specimens securely for transport, following protocols to maintain specimen integrity during transit.

+ Store specimen samples at required temperatures, place samples in appropriate collection containers or tubes, and follow protocol-specific procedures to ensure reliable test results.

+ Understand and fully interpret physicians orders related to laboratory tests and specimen handling.

+ Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and follow all safety and infection control guidelines in the laboratory and patient care areas.

+ Wear appropriate professional and protective attire as required by safety and laboratory standards.

+ Attend annual department trainings and maintain up-to-date knowledge of phlebotomy techniques, regulations, and best practices.

+ Perform decontamination procedures and record maintenance data as required for equipment and work areas.

+ Update patient information accurately in systems and records, ensuring proper documentation and traceability of specimens.

+ Answer telephone calls professionally and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries in accordance with established procedures.

+ Provide support for infant and pediatric blood draws when needed, using appropriate techniques and a gentle approach.

+ Travel to different in-state locations as needed, adapting to various clinical settings while maintaining consistent quality of care.

Essential Skills

+ 23 years of hands-on experience drawing blood in a clinical or laboratory setting.

+ Proficiency in phlebotomy techniques, including venipuncture with straight needles and butterfly needles.

+ Demonstrated ability to collect, label, centrifuge, split, freeze, and store specimens in accordance with test orders and laboratory protocols.

+ Strong administrative skills and attention to detail in documentation, labeling, and record keeping.

+ Ability to clearly explain blood draw and specimen collection procedures to patients in a courteous, professional manner.

+ Capability to interpret and fully understand physicians orders related to laboratory testing.

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Experience with specimen processing, including packaging specimens for transport and maintaining specimen integrity.

+ Knowledge of and compliance with OSHA and DEP regulations and general safety and infection control practices.

+ Ability to handle telephone inquiries and communicate laboratory results following established guidelines.

+ Comfort working with diverse patient populations, including pediatric and infant draws (infant and pediatric experience strongly preferred).

+ Bilingual communication skills to effectively interact with a wide range of patients.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

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Experience with infant and pediatric blood draws is a plus.

+ Strong organizational skills to manage multiple specimens, requisitions, and patient records accurately.

+ Ability to work independently across different clinical sites while maintaining consistent standards and procedures.

+ Commitment to ongoing training and professional development through annual department trainings.

+ Customer service mindset with the ability to put patients at ease and provide a positive experience during specimen collection.

Work Environment

This position is based in Peekskill and involves working in clinical and laboratory settings with in-state…