Lab Tech I

Requisition #: 669055 Location: Johns Hopkins Hospital, Columbia, MD 21044 Category: Laboratory/Pathology Schedule: Night Shift Employment Type: Part‑time JH at Howard County Hospital – General Labs, Howard County, MD Full Time/Night Shift: Saturdays and Sundays – 7 pm‑7:30 pm or 11 pm‑7:30 am; 11 p‑7:30 am Weekdays Weekends and Holidays required Position Summary Performs laboratory tests (which may include but are not limited to: Phlebotomy, occult and gastric blood tests, urine pH and volume). Responsible for processing samples (which may include accessioning, receiving, aliquoting, and labeling samples as well as participating in review of laboratory actions). May operate and maintain automated pre‑analytic instrumentation. Responsible for recording and reporting results accurately. Responsible for accurate entry of patient data (demographics, insurance/payment information, contact detail) and review, verification, and entry of requisitions. Maintains established levels of supplies and inventory, and ensures a clean and organized workspace (including carts). Responsible for initiating or verifying that proper actions are taken to resolve problems, including participating in and recording laboratory items in communication logs or hand‑off communication activities, ensuring information is relayed across shifts. Participates in Quality Assurance initiatives. Provides feedback to leadership regarding processes and participates in Process Improvement initiatives. Role generally includes performing phlebotomy and arterial blood gas or other specimen collections; maintains a high level of competency for all required skills and knowledge. Participates in training new employees and in auditing laboratory workflows and performance. Provides exceptional customer service; communicates with patients, medical providers, and laboratory and hospital staff in a clear, concise, and compassionate manner. Will consider Lab Tech I, II or Lab Tech Certified Phlebotomist*** Education - Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent, including high‑school level coursework in biology, chemistry, and mathematics. Work Experience No experience required (some experience, preferably laboratory experience, is helpful). Computer and data entry, retrieval, and/or review skills are required. For phlebotomy upon hire, successful completion of training will require at least 100 blood draws and competency testing on relevant procedures, which may include testing on a mannequin arm. Required Licensure, Certification, and Ongoing Training No certification required. Authorization to work in the United States: Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position. Salary Range Minimum $18.09 per hour – maximum $29.87 per hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority. The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices. Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug‑free workplace employers. Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Johns Hopkins Hospital