Phlebotomist/Medical Assistant - Alpharetta

Southeast Medical Group•Alpharetta, GA

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About The Position

Southeast Medical Group is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Phlebotomist to join its laboratory team. The role collects blood samples safely, efficiently, and compassionately; processes specimens accurately; and follows regulatory standards, workplace safety, and infection-control practices. The position supports diagnostic testing and patient care. The Phlebotomist/Medical Assistant performs venipuncture and capillary collections for patients of all ages, verifies patient identity, explains procedures, obtains consent, and labels, processes, and transports specimens. Additional duties include maintaining supplies and an orderly work area, entering information into electronic health record systems, collaborating with healthcare colleagues, and participating in quality assurance activities. The role requires compliance with OSHA standards, including bloodborne-pathogen precautions, appropriate use of PPE and safer sharps devices, chemical-safety practices, emergency preparedness, and required training and recordkeeping. The employer offers a competitive salary, benefits, and professional-development opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Phlebotomy Technician certification (such as CPT from NHA, ASCP, or equivalent) required within 6 months of hire.
At least 1 year of phlebotomy experience.
Knowledge of anatomy, venipuncture techniques, and infection-control practices.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work compassionately with diverse patient populations.
Proficiency using medical software and equipment; basic computer skills.
Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 25 lbs, and work in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Must pass a background check and drug screening and provide proof of current immunizations, including hepatitis B.
Current Medical Assistant certification through a credentialing body examination (AAMA, AMT, NHA, NCCT, or RMA). Medical Assistant level-1 applicants with more than 5 years of demonstrated medical assistant experience may be considered instead of certification, with limited career-ladder opportunity.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through AHA.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an accredited phlebotomy training program.
Phlebotomy experience in a clinical or hospital setting.

Responsibilities

Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collections on patients of all ages, following protocols to preserve sample integrity and patient comfort.
Verify patient identity, explain procedures, and obtain informed consent before collections.
Label, process, and transport specimens accurately, maintaining chain-of-custody documentation.
Maintain a clean, organized work area and properly dispose of biohazardous waste and sharps.
Assist with inventory management of phlebotomy supplies and equipment.
Enter patient data and test requests accurately into electronic health record systems.
Collaborate with nurses, physicians, lab technicians, and other healthcare team members to support patient care.
Participate in quality assurance activities, including proficiency testing and equipment calibration.
Follow company policies and procedures, including those concerning HIPAA, safety, and infection control.
Complete required OSHA training and use universal precautions, appropriate PPE, and safety-engineered sharps devices.
Follow chemical-handling practices, report exposures and unsafe conditions, and participate in emergency preparedness drills.