The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting specimens—including blood, urine, and cultures—from patients in accordance with physician orders and established procedures. This role ensures specimen integrity and patient safety through proper identification, collection, labeling, and handling protocols. Specimen collection may occur in outpatient facilities or nursing home settings. The Phlebotomist maintains a customer-focused approach while adhering to regulatory and safety standards.
Essential Responsibilities:
Produces consistently accurate work with strong attention to detail, reflecting a commitment to high-quality standards.
Performs venipunctures and fingersticks using appropriate techniques.
Communicates clearly and respectfully, verifying patient identity by requesting full name and date of birth.
Operates within the scope of licensure, certification, and job description, taking personal responsibility for patient care and safety.
Complies with National Patient Safety Goals and other regulatory standards; reports and addresses safety risks promptly.
Maintains adequate supplies in draw rooms and other designated areas.
Empties urine containers at the end of each shift.
Clocks out at the end of every shift worked.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Proof of completion of an accredited phlebotomy, military medic, medical assistant, or EMT course.
Experience:
Completion of one of the above programs or at least one year of recent phlebotomy experience.
Licensure/Certification:
Preferred certification in phlebotomy, medical assisting, or EMT.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in compliance with organizational policy (required).
Use of Personal Vehicles:
Access to a personal vehicle and a valid driver’s license from any U.S. state is required.
Must sign and acknowledge “Attestation A” of the Meritus Vehicle Management Use and Control policy, which outlines personal insurance coverage requirements.
Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.
Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.
Meritus Health, Western Maryland’s largest healthcare provider, is located at the crossroads of Western Maryland, Southern Pennsylvania and the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. With over 3,000 employees, 500 medical staff members and 250 volunteers, Meritus Health serves over 200,000 residents of the tristate region. Meritus Medical Center has 327 beds and Meritus Medical group has over 160 providers.
