Job Location : Macon,GA, USA
Atrium Health Navicent is seeking a Phlebotomist for a job in Macon, Georgia.
Job Description & Requirements
Department:
60901 Navicent Health Medical Center - LabStatus:
Full timeBenefits Eligible:
YesHoursPer Week:
40Schedule Details/Additional Information:
11P-7:30A every other weekend
Pay Range
$16.80 - $25.20Major Responsibilities:
Performs venipuncture, capillary fingerstick or heel puncture as appropriate for inpatients and outpatients, using expertise to determine proper mode of collection for each patient in order to cause the least discomfort and obtain the highest quality sample.
Technical expertise
Problem solving – analytical
Venipuncture technique
Appropriate butterfly usage
Capillary fingersticks
Heelstick collections / PKU
Heelsticks / Neonate
Uses judgment for individual blood collections with regard to timing of test, special techniques or preparations needed, and proper handling and transport. Must recognize discrepancies and be able to resolve. Routes all specimens to appropriate area for testing. Follows OSHA standards.
Blood culture collections / Prep
Special handling / on ice
Timed specimens / TDM
Biohazard / safety precautions
Appropriate collections priorities
Is proficient at accessioning, rescheduling, and appropriately ordering/canceling test requests in Laboratory computer system. Must utilize computer system to obtain work lists for blood collections scheduled by physicians and patient care areas.
Productivity
Organizational skills
Supplies maintenance
Order rescheduling / cancellations
Add on tests
Resolves unreceived specimen list
Collection verification (CVIS)
Is available by pager at all times during shift for the stat/asap collection of blood or pickup of stat blood and body fluid specimens as needed. Interacts frequently with employees and patients in patient care areas while collecting blood samples. Works closely with phlebotomists and other laboratory personnel to assure the timely collection and testing of blood samples.
Problem solving – interpersonal / intradepartmental
Communications / nursing units
Communications / physician offices
Between collection rounds while in lab, monitor blood collection requests, paging other phlebotomists when needed. Answers phone and organizes workload for next scheduled collection. Reviews status of orders/tests and follow ups as needed,
including workload logs for each shift.
Proper pager usage / response
Sends and receives appropriate specimens/collection container through pneumatic tube system. Notifies appropriate supervisor or charge person if problems arise with the tube system. Loads/reloads printers used in Phlebotomy area of the Laboratory.
Equipment operations / maintenance
Computer / printer functions
Specimen delivery
Assists in the training of new employees and phlebotomy students.
Direct observation
Participates in continuing education in-services as required and attends other continuing education programs pertinent to Phlebotomy / Laboratory. Participates in CQI as appropriate.
Knowledge / skills acquisition
Direct observation
Supports and maintains a positive work environment following lab and hospital policies and procedures.
Intralaboratory communication
Maintains confidentiality
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
Must be eligible for certification as a phlebotomist.
Education Required:
Must be a High School or GED Diploma Graduate. Completion of approved phlebotomy training course, or 6 months phlebotomy experience in hospital or other patient care setting.
Experience Required:
Completion of approved phlebotomy training course, or 6 months phlebotomy experience in hospital or other patient care setting.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Must have computer knowledge and skills. Must have manual dexterity, must maintain patient confidentiality.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Must be able to use visual near and distance acuity. Must have verbal ability to communicate in person and over the phone or radio. Must be able to assist co-workers in transfers and transport supplies, patients/residents, or equipment using good body mechanics. Must have functional range of motion of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines, upper and lower extremities with a grip strength of 60-80 pounds, specific to the job class evaluation. Must be able to forward reach, overhead reach, bend, squat, kneel and change from one position to the other rapidly. Must be able to lift 25-60 lbs. and carry 25-50 pounds specific to job class evaluation. Must be able to tolerate high noise, busy atmospheres and noxious odors. Must be able to work in noisy environments and be self directed to complete jobs as ordered. Must be able to remain calm under stressful situations. Must be able to assess and respond to multiple situations simultaneously. Must be able to assist co-workers in multiple overlapping tasks simultaneously. Must be able to prioritize job tasks and organize work space to be efficient and conducive to completing work tasks as assigned in a timely manner. If job class is identified as falling under POPE C, the individual must pass the cardiac recovery test.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
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Atrium Health Navicent Job ID #R181724. Posted job title: Phlebotomist
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