Phlebotomist, Clinical Lab Specimen & Accessioning

The Department of Clinical Laboratories at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Phlebotomist / TH Instructional Support Assistant, Lab Specimen & Accessioning. The successful candidate will:

• Perform venipuncture and fingerstick collection on inpatients and outpatients.
• Maintain accurate logs of all venipuncture performed.
• Process and handle specimens in central receiving area.
• Log specimens via LIS (Cerner).
• Participate in all aspects of quality assurance, quality control, patient safety, continuing education and other aspects as needed.
• Train and aid in the instrumentation of techniques to new personnel and house staff.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of experience in venipuncture and clinical labs.
• Phlebotomy certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent in Medical Technology, Physical, or Biological Science.
• ASCP certification.