NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
Phlebotomist, Bureau of Public Health Clinics
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, All Saints Village, Missouri, United States
Phlebotomist, Bureau of Public Health Clinics
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Phlebotomist, Bureau of Public Health Clinics
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The Bureau of Public Health Clinics – Sexually Transmitted Infections has the mission of improving the sexual health of all New Yorkers. To achieve this the Bureau provides direct clinic services to people seeking sexual health care, and services to sex partners; monitors disease trends; provides education and training to providers and community groups, conducts research, and develops policies to improve sexual health and wellness. The Bureau of Public Health Clinics – Sexually Transmitted Infections operates 8 Sexual Health clinics throughout New York City (NYC).
Duties
Perform CLIA waived rapid testing for patients in the limited laboratory.
Obtain, label, package, and store patient(s) blood specimens appropriately.
Maintain phlebotomy and laboratory area before and after each use by utilizing infectious and safety control protocols.
Perform quality control and parallel testing and inventory.
Participate in internal and external proficiency testing.
Monitor storage and testing areas' temperatures for designated rooms, refrigerators, and incubators.
Maintain the required laboratory documentation.
Notify the laboratory technologists /supervisors of any problems that may affect the quality, accuracy and/or precision of a test result.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or its equivalent and:
One year of appropriate full-time experience or training in a biological, chemical, or clinical laboratory; or
Eight credits, including laboratory coursework, in biology, chemistry, or medical technology, from an accredited college or university; or
A satisfactory equivalent combination of (1) and (2) above. However all candidates must have a high school diploma or its equivalent.
Benefits
Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/).
Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
a premium‑free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10 K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
a tax‑deferred savings program and
a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
Other Information Residency Requirement: New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
55a Program: This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55‑a Program.
Salary: $51,148.00 – $54,808.00
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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Phlebotomist, Bureau of Public Health Clinics
role at
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene .
The Bureau of Public Health Clinics – Sexually Transmitted Infections has the mission of improving the sexual health of all New Yorkers. To achieve this the Bureau provides direct clinic services to people seeking sexual health care, and services to sex partners; monitors disease trends; provides education and training to providers and community groups, conducts research, and develops policies to improve sexual health and wellness. The Bureau of Public Health Clinics – Sexually Transmitted Infections operates 8 Sexual Health clinics throughout New York City (NYC).
Duties
Perform CLIA waived rapid testing for patients in the limited laboratory.
Obtain, label, package, and store patient(s) blood specimens appropriately.
Maintain phlebotomy and laboratory area before and after each use by utilizing infectious and safety control protocols.
Perform quality control and parallel testing and inventory.
Participate in internal and external proficiency testing.
Monitor storage and testing areas' temperatures for designated rooms, refrigerators, and incubators.
Maintain the required laboratory documentation.
Notify the laboratory technologists /supervisors of any problems that may affect the quality, accuracy and/or precision of a test result.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or its equivalent and:
One year of appropriate full-time experience or training in a biological, chemical, or clinical laboratory; or
Eight credits, including laboratory coursework, in biology, chemistry, or medical technology, from an accredited college or university; or
A satisfactory equivalent combination of (1) and (2) above. However all candidates must have a high school diploma or its equivalent.
Benefits
Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/).
Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
a premium‑free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10 K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
a tax‑deferred savings program and
a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
Other Information Residency Requirement: New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
55a Program: This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55‑a Program.
Salary: $51,148.00 – $54,808.00
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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