Phlebotomist - Albany

Job Summary:

Join our team as a Phlebotomist and play a vital role in patient care by collecting blood samples with precision and compassion. You’ll ensure accurate labeling, maintain sample integrity, and provide a positive experience for patients in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Oversee electronic lab orders, ensuring accuracy and completeness for all patients. 
• Administer and record injections. 
• Assist with IV administration and documentation. 
• Conduct lab and therapeutic phlebotomy draws. 
• Cross-train to cover various clinic areas, including medical assistance and front desk duties as required. 
• Perform other tasks as directed by the provider or manager. 
• Utilize problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills to address patient complaints. 
• Attend scheduled departmental staff and clinical meetings. 
• Ensure full compliance with OnePeak Medical's Employee Handbook and the Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist Binder in carrying out all duties and services. 
• Undertake additional responsibilities as needed to support OnePeak Medical. 

Skills and Qualifications: 

• Embody the OnePeak values (Teamwork, Informed, Respect, Balance, Excellence). 
• Demonstrate accountability for delivering measurable, high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. 
• Excel in effective communication and collaboration with providers, patients, and colleagues. 
• Possess outstanding customer service and teamwork capabilities. 
• Communicate effectively and exhibit confidence and expertise in your skills. 
• Demonstrate sound judgment and make timely decisions. 
• Embrace a continuous improvement mindset. 
• Display strong interpersonal skills and professionalism. 
• Be an attentive listener and be open to constructive feedback. 
• Adhere to patient confidentiality standards outlined by HIPAA. 
• Exhibit excellent time management abilities, with a knack for multitasking, prioritizing, and organizing workloads. 
• Be flexible and willing to meet the business's needs, potentially including travel to other clinics. 
• Note that this position may require driving a personal vehicle on behalf of the company; therefore, the employee must pass a motor vehicle history check, possess a current, valid driver's license, and ensure their vehicle complies with state laws, including proper registration and insurance coverage. 

Education and Experience: 

• High school diploma or equivalent - required 
• Minimum of 6 months recent phlebotomy experience and/or completion of formal Phlebotomist training program - required
• Current BLS and/or CPR/AED Certification - required 
• CPT (Certified Phlebotomist Technician) Certification - preferred
• IV Certification to be obtained within 6 months of hire date - preferred
• Associate college degree in a medical field - strongly preferred 

Physical Requirements: 

• Move supplies up to 25 lbs 
• Lift equipment up to 25 lbs 
• Standing and walking 50% of time 
• Typing and sitting 50% of time 
• Up to date on health screenings (TB, Hepatitis) and immunizations