Phlebotomy Specialty Technician - Part Time

MedStar Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 27,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform venous and capillary collections, glucose testing and related data entry. Position includes every other weekend shifts, with day-shift training initially.

You will verify patient identity, label specimens, and process orders in the LIS while ensuring compliance with policies and safety standards. MD driver’s license and a phlebotomy certificate are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of hospital-approved phlebotomy course is required.
• 6 months phlebotomy experience preferred.
• CPT phlebotomy certification preferred.
• Valid MD driver's license preferred.
• Basic computer skills and good verbal/written communication are required.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood via venous or capillary methods following policies.
• Verify patient identity and label specimens accurately.
• Ensure proper documentation for insurance, ABN, and LIS entries.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and assist in training new staff.
• Participate in meetings, committees and quality improvement efforts.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy course

Tools

CPT Phlebotomy Certification

Driver's License (MD)

Job description

About The Job

This position is every other weekend Saturday and Sunday from 5am -1:30pm. Initial mandatory training takes place on day shift from 5am-130pm 4-5 days per week for 4 weeks.

General Summary Of Position

Performs all aspects of phlebotomy functions and specimen collections to include venous and capillary collections and/or glucose testing while following the proper standards and practices. Verifies patient insurance and performs basic data entry to register and accession in and/or out-patient orders while complying with the MedStar Laboratory Compliance Plan.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
• Collects blood from patients according to laboratory policies and procedures.
• Complies with MedStar Laboratory Compliance Plan by ensuring the following: medically necessary diagnosis is submitted (ICD-10 Code/Descriptive Diagnosis) physician signature determine Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) obtains the patient signature if necessary prior to specimen collection.
• Greets patients in a courteous and professional manner. Verifies correct patient identification in accordance with hospital policy. Performs phlebotomy proficiently (skin and heel punctures when applicable) on all patient types. Places physician orders correctly into LIS. Accurately labels patient specimens immediately after procedure is completed according to laboratory policies and procedures.
• Maintains a good attendance record. Maintains effective working relationships with other departments and coworkers.
• Maintains working area in a sanitary condition. Assists with the care and maintenance of departmental equipment and requests supplies as necessary.
• Participates or assists in training new associates.
• Responds to telephone calls with courtesy and efficiency.
• Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts.
• Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.

Minimal Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Completion of Hospital approved phlebotomy course, required.

Experience

• 6 months phlebotomy experience, preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• CPT - Phlebotomy Technician Certification Phlebotomy certification ,preferred.
• DL NUMBER - Driver License Valid and in State (DRLIC) Valid driver's license in the State of Maryland and dependable vehicle for transportation, preferred.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Basic computer skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.

This position has a hiring range of USD $19.55 - USD $34.25 /Hr.