Phlebotomist II
Spectraforce
Columbia, Maryland
3 hours ago
Job Description
Position Title: Phlebotomist II
Work Location: MD - Columbia - 6250 Old Dobbins Lane
Training and orientation will be at 5450 Knoll North Drive Suite 150 Columbia MD
Assignment Duration: 3+ Months
Work Schedule: 8:00-5:00 Monday-Friday
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Position Summary
The Phlebotomist II is responsible for performing a variety of assigned duties including specimen collection, troubleshooting, training, and workflow recommendations in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Background & Context
We are looking for at least two years of Phlebotomy experience. Their main duties are drawing blood and processing.
Will this person work with a team or alone? Working alone, inside in a facility so they have to communicate with the
staff regarding the patient they will be drawing
Key Responsibilities
- Perform blood draws, label specimens, centrifuge samples, and record maintenance data.
- Collect and store specimens following established procedures.
- Explain venipuncture and specimen collection processes clearly and courteously to patients.
- Demonstrate proficiency using straight needles and butterfly needles.
- Review and understand physicians' orders thoroughly.
- Match laboratory requisition forms with specimen tubes accurately.
- Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test orders.
- Verify all test requisitions and labels for 100% accuracy.
- Package and prepare specimens for transport.
- Maintain specimen integrity by following temperature and handling protocols.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and DEP regulations.
- Participate in annual department training sessions.
- Handle incoming calls and provide laboratory results as needed.
Qualifications & Experience
- Valid Phlebotomy certification (as required by state).
- Minimum 6 months of venipuncture experience in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.
- 2–4 years of overall experience preferred.
- At least 2 years of blood draw experience.
- Experience with both pediatric and geriatric patients.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
Additional Information
- Full-time: 40 hours/week (8 hours/day).
- Daily workload: 15-20
- Required vaccinations: MMR, Hep B (Candidate can decline Hep B), TB
- Color vision screening required.
Applicant Notices & Disclaimers
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 25.00/hr.