Phlebotomist (Emergency Care Center) - 1Pm-9:30P/Every Other Weekend

Introduction:

Grady Health System offers many career paths for your professional growth. Whether you have many years of experience or are in the early stages on your career, you can find a rewarding position at Grady! We are looking to add a full-time, evening shift (1:00pm-9:30p/every Other Weekend) Phlebotomist to our talented Phlebotomy team!

Job Summary:
The Phlebotomist performs phlebotomy functions including venipuncture and micro-collection ensuring quality and timeliness of collection, processing, and distribution of specimens and input of required information into LIS. Performs Point of Care (POC) tests as defined by the department. Acts as Senior phlebotomist when circumstances require.

Job Responsibilities

• Practices Universal and Standard Precautions 100% of the time.
• Utilizes the 2-patient identifier 100% of the time according to Joint Commission patient safety guidelines. Communicates special instructions to patients.
• Performs venipuncture and micro-collection according to Clinical Laboratory Standards Institutes (CLSI) guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures and Laboratory Policy as outlined in the Phlebotomy Procedure Manual. Documents specimen collection data into the LIS.
• Adheres to specimen handling and specimen transport guidelines per Departmental policy.
• Communicates effectively with all levels of the clinical staff.
• Participates in the teaching and training of new employees and students as assigned
• Performs waived, POC testing and collects urinalysis specimens as defined by the Department
• Works independently with minimal supervision.
• Monitors the supply par levels. Restocks supplies upon delivery.

Position Qualifications:

• High school diploma, or equivalent, required
• Graduate of an accredited Phlebotomy training program preferred
• At least one year of hospital based experience is preferred.
• Certification by a recognized certifying agency is required within first 18-months of employment if you are not already certified at the time of hire

Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.