Phlebotomy Specialty Technician - Part-Time/Evening

MedStar Health
United States, Maryland, Baltimore
Mar 29, 2025
Join our team at MedStar Health as a Phlebotomy Specialty Technician at Harbor Hospital in Baltimore, MD! In this role you will perform 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. In addition, you may be required to verify 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 will be 1pm - 930pm, 1 day a week and every other weekend. Education High School Diploma or GED required equivalent; required and completion of Hospital approved phlebotomy course. required Experience Less than 1 year 6 months phlebotomy experience preferred Licenses and Certifications CPT - Phlebotomy Technician Certification Phlebotomy certification preferred and 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. 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.