Lab Specimen Processor Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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Location: The Medical Pavilion at Howard County Laboratory, Columbia, MD
Full Time/Day Shift: 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday-Friday
Will Consider Lab Tech I, II or Lab Tech Certified Phlebotomist
Position Summary:
• As an essential duty & primary role - this position requires that all LT-CP's utilize their phlebotomy skills on a regular basis. A majority of scheduled shifts will be assigned to and
performing specimen collection/phlebotomy, direct patient contact.
• Performs various specimen collection and phlebotomy techniques in the collection of specimens for Inpatients and/or Outpatients. May perform laboratory tests/ waived laboratory tests, including, but not limited to, Occult and Gastric Blood tests, Urine pH and Urine Volume. The processing of samples includes the accessioning, receiving, liquating, and labeling samples, as well as participating in the review of these laboratory duties. May operate and maintain automated pre-analytical instrumentation and participate in inventory management. Ensures the accuracy of all data entry and processed specimens. Responsible for initiating or verifying that the correct action is taken to resolve all specimen collection and specimen processing problems. Reviews lab requisitions for accuracy and collects and performs data entry of pertinent clinical, patient demographics, and insurance/payment information (when applicable).
• Adheres to procedures and protocols for verifying patient identifiers and all assigned activities. Demonstrates excellent customer service and safe & compassionate patient care at all times. Trains others bedside or at collection stations.
• May perform data entry, processing of specimens, both for in-house and referrals; billing functions, and all patient registration and pre-analytic set ups (may be required to process lab payments). Maintains high level of competency for all skills and knowledge required. Serves as a mentor, and works in support of associated department initiatives, projects, and training. May serve as "charge tech" for processing and phlebotomy when trained/assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
• High school diploma or equivalent including high school level course work in biology, chemistry, and mathematics and the completion of accredited phlebotomy training which precludes certification eligibility*.
*To be eligible for ASCP-PBT certification you must complete a NAACLS approved phlebotomy program including clinical rotation/internship within the last five years, or completed a formal two part phlebotomy training program within the last five years (40 hours classroom and 100 venipunctures and 25 skin punctures), or be certified in another allied health profession (RN, LPN, MT, etc) which included formal phlebotomy training and completion of 100 venipunctures and 25 skin punctures.
Work Experience:
• Two or more years on-the-job or outside experience as a Phlebotomist. Certification required.
• Advancement to Lab Tech-Certified Phlebotomist is possible for current staff meeting all minimum eligibility requirements and following the successful completion of at least two years of JHH employment in Lab Tech/Phlebotomy positions, or having met the two-year full-time years' experience to include at least 6 months JHH employment when included with prior experience. Employee must have no active discipline on file to be considered for advancement. Advancement processed following approval by management, submission of necessary documentation to
Human Resources by supervisor, and completed verification of certification. Employee is responsible for maintaining certification at all times to remain in LT-CP position.
Required Licensure, Certification, On-going Training:
• Phlebotomy certification required. ASCP-PBT or equivalent from a department approved certifying agency.
• Employee is required to maintain verifiable certification at all times; and insure agency is responsive to verification requests.
***Authorization to Work in the United States: Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.
Salary Range: Minimum 20.53/hour - Maximum 33.90/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.
We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.
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Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.