Frederick Health·Frederick County, Maryland
The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting blood, urine, and culture specimens while ensuring patient safety and specimen integrity. They also handle patient registration, order entry, and adhere to regulatory compliance and safety standards.
Frederick Health is seeking a phlebotomist to work variable shifts on an as needed basis. Monday to Friday from 4.45am to 1:15pm, every other weekend and holidays.
Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior.
The Phlebotomist collects the proper specimens from the patient, i.e., blood, urine, or culture according to the physician’s order, ensuring specimen integrity. This position follows standard operating procedures for positive patient ID, collection, labeling, processing, and handling of appropriate specimens ensuring patient safety while maintaining customer focus.
In the outpatient setting, the Phlebotomist enters patient demographics for registration and order entry of tests, working to resolve ambiguous or unusual test orders by contacting the appropriate medical/laboratory personnel.
If responsible for bleeding times, meets the qualifications defined by CLIA under 42CFR493.1423 and the responsibilities under 42CFR493.1425 for moderate complexity testing personnel.
• Possess the ability to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit’s/department’s policies and procedures. Understanding of medical terminology desirable.
Sedentary - Light Work - Lifting up to 15 pounds on an infrequent basis (less than one lift every three minutes). While work is mostly done sitting, a certain amount of walking or standing is often necessary.
Repeating the same motion over and over again places stress on the muscles and tendons. The severity of risk depends on how often the action is repeated, the speed of the movement, the required force and muscles involved.
Category A – WILL have exposure to blood or body fluids.
Reporting Relationship: Reports to Supervisor Phlebotomy
Caring for you as you care for the CommUNITY Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package.
Health, Dental and Vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week and we offer multiple plans to best meet your and your family's needs.
Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees.
Frederick Health offers a robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees.
Our 403B retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and includes an employer match to eligible employees.
All employees have access to free financial planning sessions.
We also offer an educational assistance program to support your education goals as well as an employer paid Employee Assistance Program.
Pay is based on experience, skills and education. If position is part-time, salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-Exempt positions may have shift differential and/or Overtime paid, if applicable.
$20.25 - $27.91
A high school diploma or GED is required, with a phlebotomy course or certification preferred. Candidates must have a current BLS (CPR) certification and a valid driver's license for certain areas.
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