Job Title: Phlebotomist

Job Description

The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, troubleshooting, training, and making workflow recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws and label specimens accurately.
• Centrifuge specimens and record maintenance data.
• Decontaminate and update patient information.
• Collect and store specimens according to established procedures.
• Explain the process of venipuncture and other specimen collection clearly and courteously.
• Demonstrate technique using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
• Understand all physicians' orders completely.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
• Check all test requisitions or computer labels against script to ensure accuracy.
• Package specimens for transport and store them at required temperatures.
• Place samples in appropriate collection containers and accurately label them.
• Follow specific procedures for specimen transport to maintain integrity.
• Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
• Attend annual department trainings.
• Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in phlebotomy and blood draw techniques.
• Venipuncture expertise.
• 2 plus years of experience.
• Ability to handle hard stick collections.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Experience with pediatric and geriatric patients.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2 years of experience in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Work Environment

This position is located at the Sterling PSC. Typical hours are approximately 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sterling,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 30, 2025.

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