About this opportunity
HarmonyCares lists this Phlebotomist opportunity in newark, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
HarmonyCares Phlebotomist Position
HarmonyCares is a leading national value-based provider of in-home primary care services for people with complex healthcare needs. Headquartered out of Troy, Michigan, HarmonyCares operates home-based primary care practices in 14 states. HarmonyCares employs more than 200+ primary care providers to deliver patient-centered care under an integrated, team-based, physician-driven model. Our mission is to bring personalized, quality-based healthcare to the home of patients who have difficulty accessing care. Our values include caring legacy, counting every interaction, going the extra mile, and empowering each other.
Responsibilities
The Phlebotomist will assist the HarmonyCares Medical Group (HCMG) Physician in the delivery of primary health care and patient care management in a residential setting.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Serves patients by identifying the best method for retrieving blood samples and other specimens for laboratory testing, and performing screening procedures
Verifies test requisitions by comparing information with the clinician order and bringing discrepancies to the attention of Leadership
Verifies patient identification and explains sampling procedures to patients
Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks
Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures and observing isolation procedures
Track collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection and maintaining daily tallies of collections performed
Maintains safe, secure, healthy work environment by following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations
Serves and protects the hospital or healthcare facility community by adhering to professional standards, institutional policies and procedures, federal, state and local requirements
Takes vital signs as needed
Labels, stores and properly packages specimens for delivery to lab
Logs patient information for accurate processing and testing
Logs information in compliance with Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) standards
Performs all clinical duties while observing OSHA and HIPAA requirements
Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatment (supply inventory, medical bag and car)
Facilitates required Consent Form signatures as needed
Attends required meetings and in-services
Supports mission, vision and core values which include but not limited to delivering compassionate support, attention and assistance to patients, families and members of our team
In this role you may work with:
Primary Care Physicians
Nurse Practitioners
Clinical Teams
Patients
Patient Families
Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience
High School Diploma
Phlebotomist Certification
CPR Certification
Valid and unencumbered driver's license with good driving record
Ability to drive up to 150 miles daily in urban and/or rural setting
Full range body motion including handling/lifting patients
Ability to lift/carry items weighing up to 50 lbs
Ability to read and understand road maps
Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
Adept at venipuncture, phlebotomy and finger sticks
Excellent verbal and written communication and documentation skills
Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR)
Experienced in appropriate IT technology such as IPad and GPS
Interpersonal skills and compassion
Ability to work independently, analyze information, think critically and problem solve
Attention to detail
Procedural and organizational skills
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Six months of experience in patient care, preferably geriatric care
Pay Rate
Posted Max Pay Rate: USD $25.00/Hr.
Posted Min Pay Rate: USD $24.60/Hr.
Pay transparency: Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related considerations.
Worksite address
newark, NJ, 07175, US
Who can apply
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