Contract Phlebotomist (DC) - Path to Permanent Role

The Keystone Distinction Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits available

Job summary

The Keystone Distinction Group in Washington, DC is seeking a contract Phlebotomist to support a 3-month assignment with potential for permanency. Responsibilities include blood draws, specimen labeling, and adherence to OSHA/DEP protocols.

Candidates must have a valid phlebotomy certification, at least 1 year venipuncture experience in fast-paced settings, and a high school diploma or GED. Experience with geriatric and pediatric patients is required, with benefits available for eligible staff.

Qualifications

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where employed is required.
• Minimum of 1 year venipuncture experience in a fast-paced lab or hospital.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.

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.
• Explains the venipuncture process clearly and courteously.
• Demonstrates technique using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
• Fully understands all physicians' orders.
• Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes, labels, centrifuges, splits, and freezes as required.
• Checks test requisitions or computer labels for 100% accuracy.
• Packages specimens for transport.
• Stores specimen samples according to required temperature and protocols.
• Attends annual department trainings and answers inquiries from result reviews.

Education

Phlebotomy certification

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Keystone Distinction Group in Washington, DC is seeking a contract Phlebotomist to support a 3-month assignment with potential for permanency. Responsibilities include blood draws, specimen labeling, and adherence to OSHA/DEP protocols.

Candidates must have a valid phlebotomy certification, at least 1 year venipuncture experience in fast-paced settings, and a high school diploma or GED. Experience with geriatric and pediatric patients is required, with benefits available for eligible staff.