PHLEBOTOMIST

Summary

Safely collect blood samples via venipunctures and heel-sticks; Responsible for quality of blood sample collected; Verify patient identification accurately; Assure safety and comfort of patient by following established standards; Adhere to Customer Service Excellence.

Phlebotomist

Full-Time

Day Shift: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM; weekend rotation required

Responsibilities

Performs inpatient venipuncture following the set time frequencies.

Ensure phlebotomy cart is well supplied.

Observes standard blood collection procedures and policies.

Transport all collected laboratory specimens to the processing area via the tube system.

Assists with the outpatient phlebotomy when available.

Assists in the processing section of the lab as needed.

Miscellaneous Responsibilities As Required.

With weekend rotation.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Education and Work Experience:
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED
• Passed an accreditated course including clinical experience or have 1 year of continuous phlebotomy experience
  
  
  

Specific Requirements

License Requirements:

N/A

Certification Requirements:

Phlebotomy Certification preferred

Age Specific Care Provided For:

Neo-natal

Pediatrics

Adolescents

Adults

Geriatrics

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize one or more of the following:

• Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Meditech (if applicable to position)
• Epic (if applicable to position)/Zebra blood collection devices using Rover application
• Performance Manager/NetLearning
• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must be able to work independently and possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to effectively communicate and deal tactfully with other personnel, visitors, patients, physicians, customers, and the general public.
• Must be flexible, have personal integrity, and the ability to function effectively as a team with other employees.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Other Requirements:
• Must possess skills in patient and customer relations, computer literacy.
• Must be able to perform venipuncture and processing of lab samples for in-house and reference laboratory testing.
• Operate simple medical laboratory equipment i.e. centrifuge.
  
  
  

Benefits

Benefits Eligibility is based on your scheduled FTE status and Job Category

• Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit for eligible employees
• 403(b) retirement plan with generous company match and “catch up” provision
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & company paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program
• Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits for eligible employees
• Voluntary Benefits
• Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans
• Mercy’s Rewards & Recognition Program rewarding employees for going above and beyond in living Mercy’s Mission and Values
  
  
  

EEO Statement

Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.