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Phlebotomist (part-time, on demand), Stress, Health, and Development Lab - Department of Psychology - Georgetown University College of Arts & Sciences

Established by the Georgetown University College of Arts & Sciences in 1967, the Department of Psychology is an intellectually diverse community of scholars engaged in research addressing both basic psychological processes and social issues.

Job Overview

The research conducted by Department of Psychology's Stress, Health, and Development Lab examines how stressful experiences influence physical health and disease risk across the lifespan. Current directions of the lab include understanding the pathways through which early experiences of stress contribute to disease risk in adulthood, with a particular focus on the role of the immune system. We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Phlebotomist to join our team in an on-demand, part-time basis.

The Phlebotomist has duties that include but are not limited to collecting fasting blood samples from pediatric research participants, ensuring their comfort and safety, and accurately labeling and storing the specimens for analysis.

Phlebotomist duties require morning weekday and weekend availability - between the hours of 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. - and flexibility in scheduling to meet the needs of our research participants. Hours range from 0 to 14 for any given week.

Work Interactions and Work Mode Designation

Closely supervised by the Principal Investigator (PI), the Phlebotomist works with lab members - including graduate students, undergraduate research assistants, and staff - and with research participants from the Georgetown University community and greater DC area.

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University.  Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Requirements and Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalencyCompletion of an accredited phlebotomy training programCurrent certification as a phlebotomistProven experience as a phlebotomist with pediatric patients in clinical and/or research settingsKnowledge of venipuncture and capillary puncture techniquesExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to establish rapport with children and adolescentsStrong attention to detail and organizationProficiency in maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to privacy regulationsFlexibility to work - as noted above - in an on-demand, part-time basis, including early mornings and weekends

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Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.