Phlebotomist

Wealth Recruitment, LLC; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Wealth Recruitment, LLC is seeking a skilled phlebotomist to join our team. The role focuses on venipuncture, specimen collection, and ensuring sample quality, while supporting efficient laboratory operations.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and phlebotomy certification. The position requires 2+ years of phlebotomy experience in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting, with proficiency in venipuncture techniques using straight and butterfly needles.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred or required by state.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws with accuracy and patient comfort.
• Label, store and transport specimens per protocol.
• Handle specimens including centrifuging, freezing and packaging for transport.
• Verify test requisitions with labels to ensure accuracy.
• Explain procedures to patients and assist with collections.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and document maintenance.
• Follow OSHA safety regulations and protocols.
• Update patient information accurately.
• Assist with workflow improvements and training.
• Answer patient questions by phone and report results when needed.
• Attend trainings to stay current with best practices.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Specimen handling

Patient communication

OSHA safety

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Phlebotomist to join our team. This role plays a critical part in patient care by expertly performing venipunctures and other specimen collections, ensuring the quality and accuracy of samples, and supporting the smooth operation of our laboratory. This position involves a blend of hands‑on patient interaction, meticulous sample handling, and collaboration with a high‑energy team.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws with skill and care, ensuring patient comfort and accuracy.
• Collect, label, and store specimens as per established protocols.
• Execute specimen handling tasks, including centrifuging, freezing, and packaging for transport.
• Verify all test requisitions with computer labels to maintain accuracy.
• Explain procedures to patients courteously, assisting with specimen collections (blood, urine, fecal).
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment by performing decontamination and recording maintenance.
• Follow all OSHA and DEP safety regulations and protocols.
• Update and manage patient information with attention to detail.
• Assist with troubleshooting, training, and recommending improvements to workflow.
• Answer patient inquiries over the phone and provide laboratory results as needed.
• Attend required department trainings to stay up‑to‑date with best practices.

High School Diploma or GED required.

Phlebotomy certification (state‑specific if applicable).

2+ years of phlebotomy experience in a fast‑paced lab or hospital setting.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Demonstrated proficiency in venipuncture techniques using straight needles and butterfly needles.