Phlebotomist - Atrium Health Barnett FM Red Stone FT

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Charlotte, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs duties that support the efficient workflow of the laboratory. Duties include obtaining patient specimens via venipuncture or micro method. Collects and/or processes patient blood obtained by venipuncture and/or capillary puncture in a timely and accurate fashion. Uses vacutainer tube, butterflies, syringes, and needle for drawing blood. Uses 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. Ability to determine proper container type to promptly draw and deliver 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 supervision any problems, which might adversely affect his/her ability to perform duties. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required
Certification in phlebotomy is preferred for facilities where phlebotomy is an assigned duty.

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
Perform Positive Patient identification by verifying the patient's name and date of birth against lab orders and accurately record it onto the specimen
Ability to determine proper container type
To promptly draw and deliver 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
Report to supervision any problems, which might adversely affect his/her ability to perform duties
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

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
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