Phlebotomist I - 1st Shift

Location: Danbury, CT 06810
Duration: 4+ Months (Possibility of Extension)
Shift: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Pay Range: $17.00 – $21.00 per hour

The Phlebotomist I / Patient Services Representative I (PSR I) serves as the primary point of contact for patients, representing the company with professionalism, compassion, and accuracy. This role is responsible for collecting high-quality blood specimens and preparing them for laboratory testing while ensuring patient comfort, safety, and confidentiality. The PSR I plays a critical role in supporting patient care and delivering a positive healthcare experience.

• Perform daily phlebotomy activities accurately and on time under the direction of the area supervisor

• Draw quality blood samples from patients, including pediatric and geriatric populations

• Prepare specimens for laboratory testing following established procedures

• Perform forensic and clinical specimen collection and processing duties with confidence

• Maintain accurate records, documentation, and patient information

• Ensure compliance with safety, confidentiality, and quality standards

• Create a welcoming and professional environment that builds patient trust and confidence

• Demonstrate leadership behaviors and a commitment to process excellence

• Promote a positive image of the organization to patients, clients, employees, and the public

• Ability to deliver high-quality, error-free work in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to work independently with minimal on-site supervision

• Strong phlebotomy skills, including pediatric and geriatric collections

• Excellent customer service and communication skills

• Flexible availability based on staffing needs, including weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime as required

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)

• Medical assistant or paramedic training preferred

• Phlebotomy certification preferred
  (Certification required in California, Nevada, and Washington)

• Minimum of 6 months of phlebotomy experience required

• One or more years of phlebotomy experience preferred

• Previous customer service experience in a retail or service environment preferred

• Strong keyboarding and data entry skills required

• IOP phlebotomist experience preferred