Compassionate Phlebotomist—Patient Care & Lab Precision

Luminis Health; District Heights (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan with employer match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance Benefits

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD

Job summary

Luminis Health is seeking a phlebotomist to collect specimens via venipuncture/capillary methods, prepare samples, and ensure accurate registrations and timely reporting. The role requires compassionate patient interaction and adherence to safety protocols.

Responsibilities include coordinating with providers, maintaining supplies, and supporting the laboratory quality program while adapting to varying workflows across sites.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Specialized phlebotomy training.
• One year of outpatient or acute care experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Determines and executes the best method for obtaining biological specimens (venipuncture, capillary, heel-stick) from patients of all ages to ensure quality specimens for testing.
• Orders appropriate tests in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) as requested by authorized providers.
• Interacts with patients in a professional and compassionate manner, explaining procedures, addressing concerns, and ensuring comfort during blood collection.
• Prepares aliquots of samples and shipping batches to move specimens within the hospital and to contracted labs.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by following procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Maintains laboratory supplies inventory and conserves resources by using equipment and materials appropriately.
• Performs preventive maintenance and troubleshoots equipment problems within scope of ability.
• Practices proper patient identification and ensures complete and accurate registration, including demographics, insurance, date of service, ordering provider, and special flags.
• Actively participates in the laboratory quality program and supports training of new staff and students as a mentor and resource.
• Adapts quickly to varying workflows and assigned environments.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient interaction

LIS proficiency

Documentation

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy training

Job description

Luminis Health is seeking a phlebotomist to collect specimens via venipuncture/capillary methods, prepare samples, and ensure accurate registrations and timely reporting. The role requires compassionate patient interaction and adherence to safety protocols.

Responsibilities include coordinating with providers, maintaining supplies, and supporting the laboratory quality program while adapting to varying workflows across sites.