Phlebotomy Specialty Technician - Part Time

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.

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 Med Star Laboratory Compliance Plan.

• 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 Med Star 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.

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

• 6 months phlebotomy experience, preferred.

• 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.

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

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