Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center is attuned to the healthcare issues that matter to the people of North Brooklyn. Woodhull focuses on preventing disease and promoting healthy lifestyles by reaching out to the community at various locations.y.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.
Job DescriptionSUMMARY 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 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.
- If needed register patients in EPIC System.
- 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.
Minimum Qualifications1. 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.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