Phlebotomist

Responsibilities

• Perform CLIA waived rapid testing for patients
• Obtain, label, package, and store patient blood specimens
• Maintain phlebotomy and laboratory areas using safety protocols
• Perform quality control, parallel testing, and inventory
• Participate in internal and external proficiency testing
• Monitor storage and testing area temperatures
• Maintain required laboratory documentation
• Notify supervisors of any issues affecting test quality or accuracy

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of full-time experience or training in a biological, chemical, or clinical laboratory OR
• Eight credits including laboratory coursework in biology, chemistry, or medical technology

Benefits

• Premium-free health insurance plan
• Public sector defined benefit pension plan
• Tax-deferred savings program
• Worksite Wellness Program
• Potential for hybrid work (up to two days from home)

About the Company

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC.