Phlebotomist PRN - Nights

American Addiction Centers • Macon, GA

2d • $18 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

regulatory requirements, and modeling expected behaviors within the department. Duties include obtaining patient specimens via venipuncture or micro method

Requirements

• Certification as a phlebotomist by one of the following approved certifying agencies: AMT, ASCP, ASPT, NHA, or NPA.
• Must have a state of Georgia drivers license.
• 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
• Completion of approved phlebotomy training course, or 6 months phlebotomy experience in hospital or other patient care setting.
• Knowledge of phlebotomy services.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations
• Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information
• Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner

Responsibilities

• Collects and/or processes patient blood obtained by venipuncture and/or capillary puncture in a timely and accurate fashion.
• Use of vacutainer tube, butterflies, syringes, and needle for drawing blood. Use of micro lancets and capillary pipettes in obtaining blood specimens by heel stick.
• Performs Positive Patient identification by verifying the patient’s name and date of birth against lab orders and accurately record it onto the specimen.
• Determines proper container type.
• Promptly draws and delivers blood specimens to the appropriate laboratory department.
• Provides phone support for patient care areas in a polite and supportive manner.
• Maintains competency with hospital and laboratory information systems as needed to perform job duties.
• Trains new teammates and/or students in the department including any standard work processes applicable to the work area.
• Always wears appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as appropriate while working with patient specimens.
• Actively participates in staff meetings, projects and/or performance improvement activities in the department.
• Adheres to regulatory requirements and to standard operating procedures.
• Completes annual system, facility and department requirements as assigned.
• Is accountable for work, behavioral expectations, teamwork, and reliability.
• Reports to supervisor any problems, which might adversely affect his/her ability to perform duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees