Phlebotomy Specialty Technician - Part Time

MedStar Health; Rosedale (MD); On-site; USD 26,932 - 47,182; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Maryland seeks a Phlebotomy Technician to perform venous and capillary collections, glucose testing, and data entry for patient orders, while following compliance guidelines of the MedStar Laboratory.

Hours are 4am–12:30pm with every other weekend and two weekdays per week; strong attention to accuracy and patient interaction is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Completion of Hospital approved phlebotomy course, required.
• Six months of phlebotomy experience, preferred.
• CPT - Phlebotomy Technician Certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license in Maryland preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to the achievement of department goals and adheres to policies, quality and safety standards.
• Collects blood from patients according to laboratory policies.
• Ensures proper documentation including ICD-10/ABN when required and signs off on physician orders.
• Accurately labels specimens and maintains ID procedures.
• Maintains sanitary work area and assists with equipment and supply needs.
• Participates in training of new staff and supports team meetings and committees.
• Represents the department in community outreach and service-improvement initiatives.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy course completion

Job description

About The Job

Working hours for this role is 4am - 12:30pm, Every other Saturday and Sunday and 2 week days per week.

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.

Working hours for this role is 4am - 12:30pm, Every other Saturday and Sunday and 2 week days per week.

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

• Six months of 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.