Job Title:  Phlebotomy Technician

Employment Type: Full Time

Shift:  Days with weekends and holidays

Department – Clinical Laboratory

Location: Germantown

Position Highlights:

Competitive salary

Benefits – Medical, Dental & Vision, PTO, Free Parking, Metro Access, Tuition Reimbursement, 403(b)

Quality of Life: Flexible work schedules

Advancement: Career growth opportunities

Description

Performs phlebotomy specimen collection on all patients according to standard operating practices

Responsibilities:

Patients are properly identified and specimens are properly labeled during the collection process 100% of the time with strict adherence to policy and procedure. 

Participates in specimen processing, distribution and central accessioning.

Accurately processes and accessions all incoming laboratory specimens.

Responsible for confirming all required patients and specimen identification information is correctly documented. 

Primary laboratory communication liaison between physicians, nursing units, physician offices, patients, general public and laboratory sections via telephone and in person. 

Provides information regarding test reports, the status of tests in process and clarification of physician orders. 

Generate reports for charting and assist in the charting of reports to patient care units. 

Perform all other required reporting functions of laboratory reports via mail and fax and function as receptionist to incoming customers of the Department of Laboratory Services.

Supports the Mission of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Hospital. 

What you will need:

High School graduate, GED or higher required

Six (6) months previous professional experience as a phlebotomist in a hospital setting with demonstrated competency in performing the full range of specimen collections, client services management, and strong interpersonal skills strongly preferred.

One-year recent experience performing phlebotomy procedures strongly preferred.

Must have the demonstrated ability to perform successful venipuncture procedures without assistance.

Individual must possess ability to work independently with minimal reliance on supervisory support.

Must be able to effectively manage time and scheduling without direct supervision and demonstrate flexibility and adaptability.

Must be able to communicate with patients, physicians, and hospital staff in an effective, courteous and professional manner.

Must have the ability to read, write and demonstrate an understanding of the procedures involved in specimen collection and routine testing.

Ability to work in harmony with other personnel.

Demonstrates basic computer literacy.

Demonstrate comprehension, skill and command of the oral and written English language.

Ability to transport specimens to the laboratory quickly without interfering with the specimen integrity.

Pay Range: $17.89 - $25.04

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

About us:

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves more than 240,000 individuals each year from Maryland's two largest counties — Montgomery and Prince George's counties. Holy Cross Health earns numerous national awards, clinical designations and accreditations across a wide range of specialties for providing innovative, high-quality health care services.

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. 

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V)

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.