Employment Type: Full Time

Shift:  Day Shift with every other weekend and rotating major holidays

Department – Lab Support Services

Location: Silver Spring

• Performs phlebotomy specimen collection on all patients according to standard operating practices

As a Phlebotomist you will:

• Ensure that patients are properly identified and specimens are properly labeled during the collection process 100% of the time with strict adherence to policy and procedure. 

• Participate in specimen processing, distribution and central accessioning.

• Accurately processes and accessions all incoming laboratory specimens.

• Be responsible for confirming all required patients and specimen identification information is correctly documented. 

• Primary laboratory communication liaison between physicians, nursing units, physician offices, patients, general public and laboratory sections via telephone and in person. 

• Provide information regarding test reports, the status of tests in process and clarification of physician orders. 

• Generate reports for charting and assist in the charting of reports to patient care units. 

• Perform all other required reporting functions of laboratory reports via mail and fax and function as receptionist to incoming customers of the Department of Laboratory Services.

• Support the Mission of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Hospital. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School graduate, GED or higher required

• Six (6) months previous professional experience as a phlebotomist in a hospital setting with demonstrated competency in performing the full range of specimen collections, client services management, and strong interpersonal skills strongly preferred.

• One-year recent experience performing phlebotomy procedures strongly preferred.

• Must have the demonstrated ability to perform successful venipuncture procedures without assistance.

• Individual must possess ability to work independently with minimal reliance on supervisory support.

• Must be able to effectively manage time and scheduling without direct supervision and demonstrate flexibility and adaptability.

• Must be able to communicate with patients, physicians, and hospital staff in an effective, courteous and professional manner.

• Must have the ability to read, write and demonstrate an understanding of the procedures involved in specimen collection and routine testing.

• Ability to work in harmony with other personnel.

• Demonstrates basic computer literacy.

• Demonstrate comprehension, skill and command of the oral and written English language.

• Ability to transport specimens to the laboratory quickly without interfering with the specimen integrity.

Pay Range: $17.89 - $25.04

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment.  

• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.  

• Free onsite parking.  

• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all. 

• Referral Rewards Program  

About us:

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves the two most populous counties in Maryland, Montgomery and Prince George’s, with a commitment to being the most trusted provider of health-care services in the area. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Holy Cross Health is a member of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Holy Cross Hospital, in Silver Spring, is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland, and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first hospital in the nation built on a community college campus, enhanced by an educational partnership. The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary-care practices and affordable health centers, and offers a wide range of innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. Specialty care, home care and hospice services round out Holy Cross Health’s high-quality and coordinated continuum of care that aims to improve health and let you live life on your own terms.

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. 

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status.