Phlebotomist Trainee - Phlebotomy School

American Addiction Centers • Macon, GA

1d • $19 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomy School is an 8 to 9-week program to train phlebotomy skills through didactic hours and clinical hours. Phlebotomy Trainees participate in the Advocate Consolidated Labs Phlebotomy Training Program. Students will attain skills in performing specimen collection and specimen processing procedures. Students will develop proficiency and knowledge to collect specimens from patients in Hospital Sites (Inpatient and outpatient) and Patient Service Centers in a manner that is technically appropriate and patient focused, according to approved departmental policies and procedures. The program will provide both theory and laboratory practice and will enhance critical thinking abilities and interpersonal skills in a patient care setting.

Requirements

• High School Graduate
• No experience required.
• Demonstrated organizational ability and attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to build rapport and relate to all kinds of people.
• Must operate all equipment necessary to perform the duties of the job.
• Must have fine motor skills and manual dexterity.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 35 pounds without assistance.
• Must have functional speech, vision, and hearing.

Responsibilities

• Develops proficiency and theoretical knowledge of phlebotomy through lectures, reading assignments, and demonstrations.
• Develops the skill of phlebotomy using appropriate technique based on the physical and psychosocial needs of the patient.
• Learns how to examine phlebotomy site to insure patient safety and satisfaction.
• Prepares, administers and collects specimens and ensures proper labeling.
• Reviews, prioritizes laboratory test orders, and determines the appropriate method and type of specimen to be obtained.
• Pulls collection lists and labels at designated time. Distributes them according to daily assignments.
• Documents all phlebotomy activities as required by department protocols.
• Becomes skilled at laboratory information system (LIS) computer functions, including but not limited to specimen collection/ verification, order resolution, and comment entry.
• Investigates and resolves any conflicting or confusing orders.
• Promotes a safe working environment in the laboratory.
• Follows established laboratory safety procedures in accordance with College of American Pathologists (CAP)Accrediting Organization, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and other regulatory agencies.
• Maintains a clean work area and learns how to maintain equipment in accordance with established protocols and time frames.
• Gains skills to independently diffuse adverse patient situations in a positive manner.
• Appropriately responds to patient interactions and is adaptable to changing situations.

Benefits

• Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED