Lab Technician - Phlebotomist

Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health and Concerted Care Group (CCG) is a leading outpatient treatment provider in the Mid-Atlantic region. We are committed to treating individuals whose lives have been impacted by substance use and mental health disorders. We do this by providing compassionate and evidence-based treatment, aimed at improving the quality of life for those we serve.

We stand behind our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, which are the core of our company with our patients and employees. Our leadership team invests to enhance the programs we offer patients to expand access to care and offer flexibility. Patient care is at the heart of everything we do. We want your experience and expertise on our team! When you join our organization, you are connecting to a committed and caring group of colleagues.

We are currently in search of an experienced Lab Technician (Phlebotomist) for our Brooklyn, MD location. The Laboratory Technician at Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health and all its subsidiaries (“Kolmac” or the “Company”), under the supervision of the Lead Nurse Practitioner will perform lab testing on specimens as directed in a CLIA waived laboratory.

• Clinic hours are 500am-200pm; hours may vary within this range; expectation is 8-hours per day
• Collect urine, blood, and DNA specimens from patients in an integrated care behavioral health center
• Process specimens, test performance, and document test results
• Obtains blood specimens by performing venipuncture and skin punctures
• Determine the appropriate amount of blood needed for ordered blood work
• Assist patient with the collection of unobserved and observed urine specimens
• Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following company procedures; observing isolation procedures
• Tracks collected specimen by application of identification labels, dating, and noting times of collection; maintaining daily tallies of collections performed
• Performs “Point of Care” toxicology and HCG (pregnancy) testing
• Properly prepares and package specimens according to specification of the laboratory and ensures that specimen are prepared for shipment in a timely manner
• Maintains an organized and clean work area based on state health laws and the guidelines of the CCG organization
• Records test results in quality control logs and patient electronic medical records according to CCG protocols and policies
• Demonstrates good communication and teamwork skills
• Monitors the availability of lab supplies and communicates needs to purchasing management
• Performs clerical task and other job related duties as assigned
• Performs only those tests that are authorized by the laboratory director and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training or experience, and technical abilities
• Maintain records that demonstrate proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples
• Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies; document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed
• Follow the laboratory's established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable limits of performance
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results. Must correct the problem immediately or notify the general consultant, or laboratory director
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications
• Other duties as assigned
• Have earned a high school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a certified phlebotomy program or medical laboratory technician program preferred
• Phlebotomy certification (CPT) from an accredited organization preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a phlebotomist or laboratory technician preferred
• Experience working in a clinical or hospital laboratory setting is a plus
  
  
  

We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Full Benefits Medical/Dental/Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Professional Development Time
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Paid Vacation Time
• And More!
  
  
  

Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health has been a leader in Outpatient Treatment since 1973. Patient care is at the heart of what we do. Kolmac Outpatient Recovery and Concerted Care Group (CCG) have merged to provide addiction treatment and behavioral health treatment services for individuals, families, couples, and groups. We serve communities across Maryland, DC, Virginia, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. We are still growing!

The base pay for this position generally ranges between $19 a hour to $22 a hour. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, licensure, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.