Hospital Phlebotomist - 1st Shift

Float Phlebotomist II

Duration: 3+ Months
Position Overview:
This is a float position. The Hiring Manager has advised that the candidate's home base will be the office location closest to where they live.
Areas of coverage may include:

Baltimore City
Glen Burnie
Columbia
There is no guarantee the candidate will work at all of these locations. Additional coverage may be required in Clarksburg, Frederick, and Olney.
Shift: 1st Shift
Schedule:

Monday - Friday
Operating hours: 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
One Saturday shift per month required
Shifts will be 8 hours in length. Depending on the assigned location, candidates may start as early as 6:00 AM or finish as late as 7:00 PM.
Description:
Summary:
The main function of a Phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, troubleshooting, training, and making workflow recommendations.
Position Responsibilities:

Perform blood draws and specimen collections.
Label specimens accurately.
Centrifuge specimens.
Record maintenance data and perform decontamination procedures.
Update patient information.
Collect and store specimens according to established procedures.
Clearly and courteously explain venipuncture (blood draw) and other specimen collection procedures (e.g., urine or fecal samples) to patients.
Demonstrate proficiency using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
Fully understand physicians' orders.
Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test orders.
Verify all test requisitions or computer labels against scripts to ensure 100% accuracy.
Package specimens for transport.
Store specimens at required temperatures and in appropriate collection containers/tubes.
Accurately label specimens and follow transport protocols to maintain specimen integrity.
Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
Attend annual department training sessions.
Answer telephone calls and communicate laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.
Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state of employment, where required.
• Minimum 6 months of experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2-4 years of related experience.

• Pediatric and geriatric drawing experience.
• Reliable transportation, as this is a float position.
• Comfortable working independently or as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills.
• High level of professionalism.