About this role
Position Objective:
Performs laboratory specimen collection from patients for diagnostic purposes.
Essential Job Duties:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Determine and execute the best method for obtaining biological specimens from patients of all ages (venipuncture, capillary, heel-stick) to ensure quality specimens for testing. Follow established productivity guidelines with minimal errors.
- Order appropriate tests in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) as requested by authorized providers. Resolve unusual or unclear test orders by contacting the ordering provider; respond to requests for lab results and send scheduled reports.
- Interact with patients in a professional and compassionate manner, explaining procedures, addressing concerns, and ensuring comfort during blood collection.
- Prepare aliquots of samples and shipping batches for transport within the hospital campus or to contracted laboratories following vendor protocols. Register, draw, and ship client specimens.
- Maintain a safe and clean working environment by following procedures, rules, and regulations. Promote inter- and intradepartmental workflow through cooperation and effective handoffs.
- Maintain laboratory supply inventory and conserve resources by using equipment and supplies appropriately.
- Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot equipment problems to the full extent of ability.
- Practice proper patient identification verification; manage work queues to ensure accurate and complete registration including demographics, insurance, service date, ordering caregiver, and special flags.
- Actively participate in the laboratory quality plan/program (e.g., investigative reports, notification of delays).
- Participate in the training of new staff and students by serving as a mentor and technical resource.
Educational/Experience Requirements:
Required Minimum Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Specialized training in phlebotomy
Required Minimum Experience:
- One year of experience in an outpatient or acute care facility in an equivalent role, preferred
Required License/Certifications:
- Phlebotomy certification with the National Phlebotomy Association or American Society of Clinical Pathology (or eligible), preferred
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification, preferred
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Ability to work cooperatively with all types of personalities both inside and outside the organization
- Requires travel to various sites
Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands:
Physical Demands – Medium Duty
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to blood-borne pathogens.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
Luminis Health Benefits Overview:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more
*Benefit offerings based on employment status
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Other facts
About Luminis Health
Luminis Health is a nationally recognized health system in Maryland. With more than 700 inpatient beds and nearly 100 sites of care across the region, including Anne Arundel Medical Center, Doctors Community Medical Center, J. Kent McNew Family Medical Center, Pathways, and Luminis Health Clinical Enterprise, we are committed to providing easy access to high-quality care, near to where people, live, work and play.
Luminis Health believes that health and wellness are fundamental to everyone and by working side by side with our community, patients, and partners, we generate a positive impact for all. We are committed to diversity and addressing health equity. We believe access to healthcare should be refreshingly easy.
Our R.I.S.E. values of Respect, Inclusion, Service, and Excellence guide how we work together every day.
We will enhance the health of the people and communities we serve, because we believe that we're better together. All of us.
What you'll do
- The Phlebotomist performs laboratory specimen collection from patients for diagnostic purposes and interacts with patients to ensure comfort during blood collection. They also maintain a safe working environment and promote effective workflow within the laboratory.
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