Phlebotomist - Outpatient - PRN - AAMC

Luminis Health • Annapolis, MD

11d • $20 - $24

About The Position

Performs laboratory specimen collection from patients for diagnostic purposes. The role collects specimens from patients of all ages, places laboratory test orders in the Laboratory Information System, supports accurate registration and specimen handling, and provides professional, compassionate care to patients during blood collection. The position also helps maintain a safe and clean work environment, laboratory supplies and equipment, quality processes, and effective departmental workflow. Travel to various sites is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Specialized training in phlebotomy.
• Ability to work cooperatively with people with varied personalities, both inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to travel to various sites.
• The role has medium-duty physical demands and a reasonable expectation of exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in an outpatient or acute care facility in an equivalent role.
• Phlebotomy certification with the National Phlebotomy Association or American Society of Clinical Pathology, or eligibility for certification.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Determine and perform the appropriate method for collecting biological specimens from patients of all ages, including venipuncture, capillary collection, and heel-stick, while ensuring specimen quality and following productivity guidelines with minimal errors.
• Order appropriate laboratory tests in the Laboratory Information System as requested by authorized providers; resolve unclear or unusual orders with the ordering provider, respond to requests for results, and send scheduled reports.
• Interact professionally and compassionately with patients, explain procedures, address concerns, and support their comfort during blood collection.
• Prepare sample aliquots and shipping batches for transport within the hospital campus or to contracted laboratories according to vendor protocols; register, draw, and ship client specimens.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by following applicable procedures, rules, and regulations, and support workflow through cooperation and effective handoffs.
• Maintain laboratory supply inventory and use equipment and supplies appropriately to conserve resources.
• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot equipment problems to the extent of ability.
• Verify patient identification and manage work queues to ensure accurate and complete registration, including demographics, insurance, service date, ordering caregiver, and special flags.
• Participate in the laboratory quality plan/program, including investigative reports and notification of delays.
• Help train new staff and students by serving as a mentor and technical resource.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan with employer match for employees who work more than 1,000 hours in a calendar year.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition assistance benefits.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Paid holidays, disability coverage, and life/AD&D insurance for full-time employees.
• Wellness programs.
• Employee assistance programs.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED