Sr Phlebotomist - Silver Spring, Maryland

Natera seeks a senior phlebotomist for its Silver Spring, Maryland location to collect blood specimens, verify patient information, and maintain specimen integrity for laboratory testing. The role requires minimum five years of phlebotomy experience and involves quality control, administrative tasks, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures and finger sticks to obtain blood specimens
• Verify test requisitions and patient identification before collection
• Track and label specimens with initials, dates, and collection times
• Maintain specimen integrity using aseptic technique and department procedures
• Manage logistics including patient report printing, billing inquiries, and courier scheduling

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of phlebotomy experience required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Phlebotomy certificate if required by state
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Proficiency with patient identification and specimen tracking systems
• Knowledge of aseptic technique and isolation procedures