Phlebotomist - Part time Night Shift Every other Weekend Job Listing at MedStar Health in Clinton, MD (Job ID 162118)

Description

About the Job

This is a part time role, working hours will be every other weekend on overnight shift 11pm - 7:30am.  

General Summary of Position
Provides timely, knowledgeable, and professional phlebotomy services to all inpatient, outpatient, and contracted service patients while maintaining an acute awareness of the age-specific needs of each patient. Maintains a professional appearance and inspires procedural confidence through the knowledgeable application of skills. Processes collected specimens in a manner that supports specimen integrity guidelines.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains a complete understanding of all patient data entry requirements in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Understands and practices Patient Safety Goals as outlined annually by the Joint Commission.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all phlebotomy techniques, including micropuncture, venipuncture, blood bank collection processes, blood culture collection processes, and bleeding time procedures.
• Utilizes the two-positive patient identifier policy.
• Responds to phlebotomy collection requests in a timely manner (e.g., STAT, timed collections).
• Is familiar with the laboratory reception/front desk area and provides coverage as required.
• Explains all procedures to help minimize patient anxiety; answers patient questions appropriately and within scope of practice.
• Prints pending logs, reviews them, and follows up on uncollected specimens.
• Works as a team member and assists others on shift in completing assignments.
• Participates in interdepartmental and intradepartmental performance improvement initiatives.
• Performs other related and ancillary duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Vocational/Technical diploma required.
• Completion of an accredited program that includes phlebotomy training required.

Experience

• 1–2 years of phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Phlebotomy technician certification from recognized agencies (e.g., ASCP, NPA, APA) preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• ASCP (American Society for Clinical Pathology) certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to comprehend and follow policies and procedures for MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English to successfully perform essential job duties.
• Demonstrates ethical behavior that supports the hospital's mission, values, and compliance with all federal, state, and regulatory laws; inspires trust and exhibits honesty and integrity in daily activities.
• Exhibits professionalism, courtesy, and excellent customer service when interacting with patients, guests, and coworkers.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with nursing home policies and procedures; understands requirements to provide appropriate support.
• Fully knowledgeable of and compliant with all send-out procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge and skills to ensure ongoing competency.
• Ability to assess situations, consider alternatives, and choose appropriate courses of action.
• Ability to anticipate patient concerns and provide appropriate reassurance.
• Ability to adjust to fluctuations in workload, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in a positive and cooperative manner.
• Ability to suggest improvements to procedures or innovations that enhance patient service.
• Proficiency in using computer systems as required for the position.