Full-Time

Sr Phlebotomist

Bowie, MD

Posted on 10/29/2024

Natera

Natera

1,001-5,000 employees

Genetic testing and diagnostics solutions provider

Biotechnology
Healthcare

Senior

Bowie, MD, USA

This position is located in Bowie, MD and is not remote.

Category
Nursing & Allied Health Professionals
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Requirements
  • Minimum of 5 years of phlebotomy experience
  • BS/BA degree (preferred)
  • High School Diploma (or equivalent) required
  • Phlebotomy Certificate (if required by State)
Responsibilities
  • Verifies test requisitions by comparing information with nursing station log; bringing discrepancies to the attention of unit personnel.
  • Verifies patient by reading patient identification.
  • Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks.
  • Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures; observing isolation procedures.
  • Tracks collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection; maintaining daily tallies of collections performed.
  • Maintains quality results by following department procedures and testing schedule; recording results in the quality-control log; identifying and reporting needed changes.
  • Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
  • Resolves unusual test orders by contacting the physician, pathologist, nursing station, or reference laboratory; referring unresolved orders back to the originator for further clarification; notifying supervisor of unresolved orders.
  • Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
  • Enhances phlebotomy department and hospital reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
  • This role works with PHI on a regular basis both in paper and electronic form and have an access to various technologies to access PHI (paper and electronic) in order to perform the job.
  • 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.
  • Logistical management/printing of patient reports for that area.
  • Billing question answering/triaging and follow-up with patients.
  • Scheduling pick ups from courier services - FedEx or Medspeed.

Natera specializes in genetic testing and diagnostics, focusing on advanced testing solutions for various medical needs. Their main technology is cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, which analyzes small DNA fragments in the blood to detect molecular residual disease (MRD) in cancer patients, aiding in treatment decisions. They also offer the Signatera test, a custom ctDNA test for cancer patients, accessible through their GI Expanded Access Program. In addition to oncology, Natera provides testing for organ health in transplant patients and offers a range of women's health tests, including the Panorama NIPT for prenatal screening. Natera's services are provided to healthcare providers, hospitals, and directly to patients, generating revenue through testing kits and services, often reimbursed by insurance. Their goal is to enhance patient care through precise genetic insights and support.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$149.9M

Headquarters

Austin, Texas

Founded

2004

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

25%

2 year growth

66%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased adoption of liquid biopsy techniques boosts demand for Natera's cfDNA tests.
  • AI integration enhances accuracy and speed of Natera's cfDNA analysis.
  • Growing personalized medicine trend aligns with Natera's customized genetic tests.

What critics are saying

  • Hindenburg report accuses Natera of deceptive sales practices, risking legal challenges.
  • New Prospera Heart features may face slow adoption by healthcare providers.
  • Fetal RhD NIPT demand may drop post-RhIg shortage, affecting future sales.

What makes Natera unique

  • Natera's Signatera test offers personalized ctDNA analysis for cancer patients.
  • Prospera Heart test uses unique Donor Quantity Score for transplant rejection detection.
  • Panorama NIPT test is a leader in non-invasive prenatal testing with 2 million tests.

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Benefits

Flexible medical plans

Investment options

Time off

Workplace perks

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