Phlebotomist I - Saturday - Sunday - Monday - 7:30a - 8pm

About the role

Performs the duties of a Phlebotomist I plus the added responsibilities that are designated by the Section Supervisor. The Phlebotomist II must maintain sufficient clinical and expertise to function as an assistant to the Laboratory Section Supervisor and perform those duties in the Section Supervisor’s absence.

Responsibilities

• Presents the Lab in a positive light to the public.
• Correctly performs routine venipuncture.
• Correctly performs micro-collection and other special collection techniques.
• Discerns Phlebotomy Techniques according to condition of the patient.
• Follows all safety guidelines to ensure the safety of the patient.
• Works well with other departments to coordinate special collections.
• Delivers clinical specimens efficiently and effectively to the laboratory.
• Performs effectively and efficiently in complex emergency situations such as multiple trauma or disaster.
• Prepossesses clinical specimens for analytical testing.
• Determines the validity and integrity of clinical specimens to ensure quality test results.
• Operates a centrifuge properly.
• Understands and applies proper technique according to specimen requirements.
• Understands what tests are performed in the various Lab Departments.
• Interacts with other departments in a positive manner to resolve identified problems with a clinical specimen.
• Is familiar with and correctly possesses the specialty tests that are sent to various laboratories.
• Is familiar with all laboratory reference accounts.
• Performs customer service functions for those accounts.
• (Provides information, routes supplies, etc.)
• Accurately performs drug screen collections following chain of custody protocols.
• Accurately codes laboratory orders from the nursing unit into laboratory information system with no more than one error per month.
• Maintains commitment to continued professional growth and development through continued education and annual competency assessments.
• Assists in training new employees or students through: Demonstrating proper techniques. Assisting with venipuncture when needed. Assist with training or observation for chain of custody collection as requested.
• Functions effectively as a preceptor of students or new staff as assigned.
• Directs clinical training to enhance learning, achieve specific objectives, and promote skill mastery.
• Contributes to Quality and Productivity management in the department.
• Demonstrates autonomy and initiative in problem identification and resolution.
• Reports problems as opportunities for improvement to leadership.
• Determines if problems are system failures, knowledge deficits, or behavior deficits.
• Identifies remedial actions that will minimize or correct the negative effect.
• Provides at least one documented suggestion for quality improvement in the Laboratory.

Requirements

• Licensure or other certifications: Successful completion of a certificate in phlebotomy through an approved certification organization: ASCP, National Phlebotomy Association, American Medical Technologist, National Performance Specialist, National Healthcareer Association.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: 3 years of phlebotomy experience including pediatric, geriatric and capillary collections.

Qualifications

• Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Preferred Licensure or other certifications.
• Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Educational Requirements.

Skills

• Good interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Manual dexterity, problem solving, and following detailed instructions.
• Ability to perform under stressful emergency medical situations.
• Proficient computer skills necessary to operate computer systems used and Microsoft Office products.
• Good communication skills; both written and verbal.

Benefits

Northeast Georgia Health System offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. Details can be found in the Employee Handbook.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $[Salary Range], commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This position is available on a 12 Hr Morning - Afternoon shift schedule.