Phlebotomy Lab Assistant - PRN

GBMC HealthCare; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

GBMC HealthCare is seeking a Phlebotomy Lab Assistant to provide essential phlebotomy and accessioning services. This entry-level part-time role involves performing blood draws, documenting activities, and ensuring patient safety. Candidates should have a high school education and relevant experience in phlebotomy and laboratory settings.

Qualifications

• 6 months of related phlebotomy experience.
• 6 months of laboratory accessioning experience.
• High School education required.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws and all phlebotomy procedures, including for children and infants.
• Accurately document all phlebotomy activities.
• Prepare and process specimens for testing.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Knowledge of phlebotomy techniques and practices

Effective oral and written communication skills

Customer service skills

Basic arithmetic skills

Computer literacy and proficiency with personal productivity applications

Typing ability

Ability to reduce patient anxiety during procedures

Education

High School

Job description

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Under direct supervision, the Phlebotomy Lab Assistant provides phlebotomy/accessioning services, utilizing appropriate equipment to collect, receive, and process pathology and laboratory specimens. The role also involves providing laboratory information and reports to customers, and assisting in training and monitoring co-workers, students, and other hospital staff.

Education: High School

Licensures/Certifications: Not Applicable

Experience: 6 months of related phlebotomy experience and 6 months of laboratory accessioning experience

Skills:

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of phlebotomy techniques and practices
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Customer service skills
• Basic arithmetic skills
• Computer literacy and proficiency with personal productivity applications
• Typing ability
• Ability to reduce patient anxiety during procedures

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform blood draws and all phlebotomy procedures, including for children and infants, following aseptic techniques.
• Accurately document all phlebotomy activities.
• Document outpatient callbacks, including physician office interactions.
• Enter accurate patient demographic information and laboratory test orders, verify specimen collection and receipt.
• Prepare and process specimens for testing, including labeling, measuring, aliquoting, and centrifuging.
• Perform quality EKGs and complete all demographic data accurately.
• Screen and interview donors, complete donor room QC daily, and follow universal precautions.
• Complete donor documentation accurately and timely.
• Maintain equipment, labels, and supplies; perform disinfections and organize requisitions.
• Verify outpatient orders and match requisitions with Meditech orders and labels.
• Respond promptly to all stat orders.
• Accurately register donors with Quest and Sheppard Pratt.
• Participate in continuing education, sharing knowledge gained through seminars and workshops.
• Ensure patient safety by proper identification and double-checking specimens against orders.
• Package and transport specimens according to policy, ensuring timely delivery to the lab.

Core Values:

Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Teamwork, Ethical Behavior, Results

Each role requires demonstrating these values through specific behaviors and commitments outlined in the original description.

Pay Range: $16.79 - $24.37, based on qualifications and experience.

COVID-19 Vaccination: Full vaccination or approved exemption required prior to employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity: GBMC HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job functions include research, analysis, and information technology in healthcare settings.