What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist position at Iannarino Fullen Group?
Position: Phlebotomist
Pay:Up to 25.50
Schedule: 7:00AM-3:00PM/40 hours
NO WEEKENDS OR HOLIDAYS
Location: Suffield, CT 06080
Position details
The Phlebotomist will play a critical role in supporting medical providers by performing safe, accurate blood collection procedures and specimen handling while maintaining professionalism in a secure correctional environment.
Duties
- Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection on incarcerated patients using proper techniques.
- Accurately identify patients and verify laboratory orders before specimen collection.
- Label, process, prepare, and transport specimens according to laboratory and facility protocols.
- Maintain specimen integrity to ensure accurate laboratory results.
- Follow universal precautions and infection prevention procedures at all times.
- Document all laboratory collections and patient interactions in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Monitor inventory of phlebotomy and laboratory supplies and notify appropriate personnel when replenishment is needed.
- Clean and disinfect equipment and work areas in accordance with OSHA, CDC, and facility guidelines.
- Respond professionally to patient concerns while maintaining confidentiality and respect.
- Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure timely laboratory services.
- Assist with routine health screenings and medical evaluations as assigned.
- Maintain compliance with correctional facility security procedures during all patient interactions.
- Participate in orientation, training, and continuing education programs as required.
- Perform additional duties assigned by nursing leadership or the healthcare administrator.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Completion of an accredited Phlebotomy Training Program required.
- National Phlebotomy Certification (preferred).
- Minimum of one (1) year of recent phlebotomy experience preferred.
- Experience in correctional, hospital, clinic, or public health settings is a plus.
- Current CPR/BLS certification preferred.
- Ability to safely perform venipuncture on patients with varying medical conditions.
- Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
- Ability to maintain professionalism in a secure correctional environment.
Salary : $23 - $26