Phlebotomist, Laboratory, Bethesda East, FT, 1P-11:30P
About The Position
Performs phlebotomy according to established National Patient Safety Goals and Baptist Health protocols. Receives specimens into the Laboratory Information System (LIS), ensuring accuracy and timeliness, and labels, transports, centrifuges, and aliquots specimens. Responds to customer requests for laboratory information, including information about sendout tests to national reference labs. Prepares and packages specimens for transport to reference labs and researches new physician sendout requests using available resources. Enters lab charges and CPT codes for laboratory miscellaneous tests, distributes specimens to testing sections according to collection priority, and faxes and distributes results as appropriate. Maintains knowledge of and follows departmental and hospital policies and procedures to address patient questions and concerns. The position is full-time at Baptist Health Bethesda East. The stated shift is 1:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Estimated pay is $19.83–$25.78 per hour, depending on experience.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience.
- Phlebotomy skills and computer skills.
- Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment.
- High school, certificate, GED, training, or experience listed as the education qualification.
- AAMA Certified Medical Assistant certification.
- Phlebotomist certification.
Nice To Haves
- Phlebotomy or medical assistant certificate.
- Hospital phlebotomy experience with pediatric, geriatric, oncology, and neonate patients.
- Bilingual.
Responsibilities
- Perform phlebotomy in accordance with established National Patient Safety Goals and Baptist Health protocols.
- Receive specimens into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) accurately and in a timely manner; label, transport, centrifuge, and aliquot specimens.
- Assist with customer requests for laboratory information, including sendout tests to national reference labs.
- Prepare and package specimens for transport to reference labs.
- Research new physician sendout requests using available resources.
- Enter lab charges and CPT codes for laboratory miscellaneous tests.
- Distribute specimens to testing sections according to collection priority, including prioritizing STAT specimens over routine specimens.
- Fax and distribute results as appropriate.
- Maintain knowledge of and follow departmental and hospital policies and procedures to address patient questions and concerns.
Benefits
- Career growth and development opportunities, with clear pathways and ongoing support.
- Comprehensive health and wellness resources.
- Wellness program that can help employees eliminate their medical plan deductible and reduce out-of-pocket healthcare costs.
- Tuition reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
