Position Title: Phlebotomist I

Location: 1251 B Saratoga Ave NE, Washington DC USA 20018
Duration: 1.5 Month
Schedule: Mon-Fri – 7:00 A.M – 4:30 P.M, 8:00 – 5:00, 9:00 – 6:00 and 12:00 – 9:00 P.M (Varies as needed)
2 Saturdays a month 

1 week of Training Mon: 12210 plum orchard dr. 8:45 Tue: 12210 Plum Orchard Dr. suite 215 Silver Spring MD 20904 8:45 AM. Wed: 701 Digital Drive suite R Linthicum MD 21090 training with Laura 8:30 am Thurs: 701 Digital Drive suite R Linthicum, MD 21090 training with Laura 8:30 am Fri: 701 Digital Drive suite R Linthicum, MD 21090 training with Laura 8:30 am

Bilingual – Spanish and English
Work Type: Onsite

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Position Summary:

The Phlebotomist I will support daily operations within a Patient Service Center (PSC), including blood collection, specimen processing, and patient interaction. This role requires strong foundational phlebotomy skills and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

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Background / Context:

• Coverage for a maternity leave at a Patient Service Center
• Potential for extension or permanent conversion based on performance

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Key Responsibilities:

• Perform blood draws, specimen labeling, centrifugation, and processing
• Collect and store specimens according to established procedures
• Explain venipuncture and specimen collection procedures clearly to patients
• Demonstrate proficiency using straight needles and butterfly needles
• Review and verify physician orders and laboratory requisitions
• Label, centrifuge, split, freeze, and package specimens for transport
• Ensure specimen integrity by following handling and temperature protocols
• Verify requisitions and labels for accuracy
• Record maintenance data and perform decontamination procedures
• Update patient information as needed
• Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations
• Attend required department trainings
• Answer phone calls and assist with lab-related inquiries

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Qualifications & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 6 months of venipuncture experience in a lab or hospital setting
• Valid Phlebotomy certification (if required by the state)
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Strong communication and patient interaction skills
• Ability to perform blood draws independently, including hard sticks

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Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• Standing for most of the shift with a 30-minute lunch break
• Medium-sized Patient Service Center
• Team-based environment

Additional Information:

• ·       How many draws are required daily? – 20-30.   

  ·       What is the work environment? – Team and/or IC

  ·       If this is a patient service center, how big is the location? – Yes. Big.

  ·       How long is the worker expected to stand? – 30 minutes per draw

  ·       Are there any specialties? – All age groups

  ·       Will this person work with a team or alone?  – Both

  How many weeks of training is required at the start of this role? – 1 week
• Vaccinations/Tests Required:
  • Varicella
  • MMR
  • TB
  • T-DAP
  • Color Vision Test
  • Hepatitis B offered (can be declined)
  • Covid 19

 
 
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: $ 19.00/hr.