Phlebotomist 3744
IDj-138421
Job TypeContract
This is a contract job opportunity. potential for perm
Position: Phlebotomist 3744
Location: Silver Spring, MD and Washington DC area (float job)
Schedule: Candidate will need to be available 7am-8pm M-F. The
will only work an 8 hour shift, but depending on location they could report as
early as 7 AM and end as late as 8:30 PM
will only work an 8 hour shift, but depending on location they could report as
early as 7 AM and end as late as 8:30 PM
Projected Duration: 3 months + potential for perm
Job code:CVDJP00033744
benefits are available
requires experience with pediatrics, geriatrics and hard sticks
minimum of 2 years of experience
This is a float position and candidate will be required to travel to locations around DC when needed (mileage paid). Requires a clean driving record and reliable transportation. Some locations may require paid parking. Parking expense will be reimbursed.
Description:
Summary:
The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, trouble shooting, training and making work flow recommendations.
Position Responsibilities:
Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc.
Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures.
Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required
Demonstrate technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
Fully understand all of the physicians' orders.
Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes. Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
Check all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct.
Package specimens for transport
Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/ tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen.Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
Attend annual department trainings
Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.
Minimum Qualifications:
Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required in some states
Minimum of 5 work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital settingProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
High School Diploma or GED
minimum 3 years of experience