Sr Phlebotomist - Arlington, VA

The role

A Sr Phlebotomist serves patients by identifying the best method for retrieving blood, preparing specimens for laboratory testing, and performing screening procedures.

What you will do

• Verifies test requisitions by comparing information with nursing station log
• Verifies patient by reading patient identification
• Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks
• Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique and following department procedures
• Tracks collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection
• Maintains quality results by following department procedures and testing schedule
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment
• Resolves unusual test orders by contacting physicians, pathologists, or nursing stations
• Updates job knowledge through educational opportunities and professional organizations
• Handles logistical management, printing patient reports, billing questions, and scheduling courier pickups

Required qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of phlebotomy experience
• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• Phlebotomy Certificate (if required by State)
• Ability to adhere to professional standards, hospital policies, and federal, state, and local requirements

Nice to have

• BS/BA degree

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and dependents
• Free testing for employees and immediate families
• Fertility care benefits
• Pregnancy and baby bonding leave
• 401k benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Employee referral program

Before you apply

• Employee must complete training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance training and security training as soon as possible but not later than the first 30 days of hire
• Must maintain a current status on Natera training requirements

About the company

Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. The team consists of statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory scientists, business professionals, software engineers and other professionals.