Phlebotomist 6174

Vogrinc Search Group; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits available

Job summary

Vogrinc Search Group is seeking a contract Phlebotomist in Columbia, MD for approximately 3 months with potential for permanence. Responsibilities include blood draws, specimen labeling, and ensuring proper handling per regulations. Experience with venipuncture, specimen processing, and patient communication is required.

Qualifications include state phlebotomy certification, 6 months of lab experience, a high school diploma or GED, and 2 years of phlebotomy background. Benefits are available.

Qualifications

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where employed.
• Minimum of 6 months' venipuncture experience in a fast-paced lab or hospital.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2 years of phlebotomy experience

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws and label specimens accurately.
• Centrifuge specimens and record maintenance data.
• Update patient information and ensure correct test requisitions.
• Explain venipuncture procedures clearly to patients.
• Package specimens for transport and ensure proper storage.
• Follow OSHA/DEP regulations and attend trainings.

Job description

This is a contract job opportunity. potential for perm.

Position: Phlebotomist 6174

Location: Columbia, MD

Schedule: M-F 8a-5p

Projected duration: 3 months + potential for perm

Job code: CVDJP00036174

benefits are available

2-4 years diagnostic phlebotomy experience

Pediatric & geriatric experience required

Summary:

The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, trouble shooting, training and making work flow recommendations.

Position 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 the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required. Demonstrate technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles. Fully understand all of the physicians' orders. Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes. Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order. Check all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct. Package specimens for transport. Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/ tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen. Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations. Attend annual department trainings. Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required in some states. Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. High School Diploma or GED

2 years of phlebotomy experience