Phlebotomist I

Position Title Phlebotomist I Work Location 203 Hospital Drive - Suite 200, Glen Burnie, MD Training Location Linthicum, MD Assignment Duration 3 months Work Schedule 1st shift, Mon - Fri, 7:45am - 4pm Vaccine Requirements RHepatitis B RTB RMMR Position Summary The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, trouble shooting, training and making workflow recommendations. Key Responsibilities Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc. Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures. Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required. Demonstrate technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles. Fully understand all of the physicians' orders. Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes. Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order. Check all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct. Package specimens for transport. Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen. Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations. Attend annual department trainings. Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries. Qualifications & Experience Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required in some states. Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. High School Diploma or GED. 0-2 years of experience. Additional Details How many draws are required daily? 30 plus. What is the work environment? Oncology Office. If this is a patient service center, how big is the location? N/A. How long is the worker expected to stand? 4-6 hours. Are there any specialties? Oncology - Some difficult sticks. Will this person work with a team or alone? 2 person site. How many weeks of training is required at the start of this role? Typically, 2 weeks of training (depending on their experience). #J-18808-Ljbffr Spectraforce Technologies