Phlebotomist (South Brooklyn Float)

Hiring for Phlebotomists!

Job Description

This floating Phlebotomist role serves multiple patient service centers across South Brooklyn, performing high-volume blood draws and specimen processing while delivering excellent patient care. You will work with a diverse, primarily adult patient population, accurately collect and process specimens, and maintain precise electronic records in a fast-paced outpatient environment. This position offers competitive pay and the opportunity to contribute to one of the largest diagnostic laboratory networks in the country.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients upon arrival and perform accurate data entry of patient information into the internal system.
• Perform 20-40 blood draws per day using straight needles and butterfly needles, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Collect and store blood and other specimens according to established procedures and test requirements.
• Label specimens accurately, and prepare them by centrifuging, splitting, and freezing as required by specific test orders.
• Process specimens, including handling, organizing, and preparing them for transport or analysis in accordance with laboratory protocols.
• Record maintenance data and follow decontamination procedures to maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Update and maintain patient records in the internal system after each interaction, ensuring information is current and accurate.
• Demonstrate proper phlebotomy techniques using straight needles and butterfly needles in line with company standards.
• Multi-task effectively by managing patient flow, specimen processing, and documentation in a busy patient service center.
• Provide strong, courteous customer service to all patients, including adults and geriatric patients, and address questions or concerns professionally.
• Follow all established safety, quality, and compliance procedures in the collection and handling of specimens.
• Participate in training and take on additional tasks such as accessioning and other laboratory support duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of hands-on phlebotomy experience.
• Proficiency and full comfort using straight needles for venipuncture.
• Demonstrated experience performing high-volume blood draws (approximately 20-40 draws per day).
• Strong data entry skills and ability to accurately enter and update patient information in computer systems.
• Ability to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced clinical or laboratory environment.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally and compassionately with patients.
• Detail-oriented approach to labeling, processing, and storing specimens according to established procedures.
• Experience with venipuncture and blood collection techniques, including use of butterfly needles.
• Ability to follow specimen processing protocols, including centrifuging, splitting, and freezing specimens.
• Comfort working with an adult and geriatric patient population.
• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED (or equivalent).
• Ability to work assigned schedules that include Saturdays.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as a Phlebotomy Technician (Phleb Tech) or Medical Assistant (MA) with phlebotomy responsibilities.
• Experience working in a patient service center or outpatient laboratory setting.
• Familiarity with centrifuges and standard laboratory equipment used in specimen processing.
• Customer-facing experience in healthcare or diagnostic laboratory environments.
• Bilingual communication skills are a plus.
• Knowledge of CPT-related processes and test ordering workflows is beneficial.
• Experience working with geriatric patients is an advantage.
• No phlebotomy certification is required, but any related certifications are considered a plus.

Work Environment

This is a float position covering multiple patient service centers within the South Brooklyn area. Primary locations include sites on East 12th Street, Ocean Avenue, Kings Highway, and Avenue D in Brooklyn. Phlebotomists typically see approximately 30-50 patients per day in outpatient patient service centers, working with about 80% adult patients, including geriatric individuals. The environment is fast-paced and requires consistent interaction with patients, use of computer systems for data entry and record updates, and regular handling of specimens using equipment such as centrifuges. Various part-time style schedules are available, generally within weekday morning to early afternoon hours and every Saturday from approximately 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., or Tuesday through Saturday in similar time frames. The role requires moving between designated locations within the territory as needed, adhering to standard clinical attire and safety protocols appropriate for a diagnostic laboratory setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brooklyn, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $26.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brooklyn,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2026.

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