Phlebotomist - 3-Month Contract with Path to Perm in DC

Rare Bird Recruiting; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Rare Bird Recruiting, LLC is seeking a Phlebotomist for a contracted assignment in Washington, DC (K Street NW). The role involves performing blood draws, specimen labeling, and transport while adhering to lab procedures and safety standards.

The position requires valid phlebotomy certification, hands-on venipuncture experience in fast-paced environments, and compliance with OSHA guidelines. Duration is 3 months with potential for permanent placement.

Qualifications

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where employed, as required in some states.
• Minimum of 5 work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.
• High School Diploma or GED.

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.
• Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of venipuncture and other specimen collection when required.
• Demonstrate technique using straight and/or butterfly needles.
• Fully understand all physicians' orders.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes; label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required.
• Check all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure accuracy.
• Package specimens for transport.
• Store specimen samples according to required temperature and protocol; comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
• Attend annual department trainings.
• Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Microsoft Office

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Rare Bird Recruiting, LLC is seeking a Phlebotomist for a contracted assignment in Washington, DC (K Street NW). The role involves performing blood draws, specimen labeling, and transport while adhering to lab procedures and safety standards.

The position requires valid phlebotomy certification, hands-on venipuncture experience in fast-paced environments, and compliance with OSHA guidelines. Duration is 3 months with potential for permanent placement.