Phlebotomist
UHS
Summary
As a Phlebotomist at The Psychiatric Institute of Washington, you will be responsible for collecting blood and other specimens, preparing specimens for laboratory processing, and maintaining specimen integrity in accordance with facility and contracted laboratory guidelines. You will work closely with Nursing leadership, patients, and laboratory partners while helping ensure medical and patient-care supplies are appropriately maintained and available.
Job description
What You Will Do
- Perform venipuncture, finger sticks, and other specimen collection procedures based on provider orders, with a focus on safe and successful collection.
- Prepare, label, and handle specimens according to facility procedures and contracted laboratory requirements.
- Coordinate with contracted laboratory partners to support appropriate specimen collection, pickup, processing, and timely return of results.
- Prioritize ordered laboratory and specimen collections and assist Nursing Leadership with waived testing and STAT specimen needs as appropriate.
- Provide reassurance and support to patients during collection procedures and appropriately document patient refusals.
- Follow patient-identification, infection-control, PPE, HIPAA, and therapeutic-boundary requirements to promote patient and staff safety.
- Order, inventory, and maintain the Nursing department's medical and patient-care supplies, ensuring items are available, properly stored, and within expiration dates.
- Communicate effectively with Nursing leadership and team members regarding concerns, safety issues, laboratory needs, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for candidates with strong communication and interpersonal skills, excellent organization and attention to detail, a collaborative approach to patient care, and the capacity to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Phlebotomy Certificate or current RN/LPN nursing license in DC
- Phlebotomy or nursing education and training for the credential held
- CPR/BLS Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
- Demonstrated knowledge of venipuncture and proper laboratory/specimen collection and preparation practices.
- Ability to effectively organize, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities.
- Ability to follow infection-control, patient-safety, confidentiality, and specimen-handling requirements.
- Basic computer skills and ability to work with required clinical and organizational systems.
- Handle with Care, and UHS Verbal De-Escalation training must be completed as required. Training is provided during orientation.
Preferred Qualifications
- 1–3 years of related phlebotomy, laboratory, nursing, or healthcare experience.
- Previous experience collecting specimens in a hospital, behavioral health, or other patient-care environment.
- Experience working with electronic health records and laboratory systems.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Phlebotomy Certificate or current RN/LPN nursing license in DC
- Phlebotomy or nursing education and training for the credential held
- CPR/BLS Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
- Demonstrated knowledge of venipuncture and proper laboratory/specimen collection and preparation practices
- Ability to effectively organize, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities
- Ability to follow infection-control, patient-safety, confidentiality, and specimen-handling requirements
- Basic computer skills and ability to work with required clinical and organizational systems
- Handle with Care, and UHS Verbal De-Escalation training must be completed as required
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plans
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Pre-tax Metro SmartTrip Benefits
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing
- Chamberlain University Tuition Savings
- Career Development Opportunities
- Shift Differentials
- Weekend Differentials
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.