Phlebotomist

Advocate Health Care; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Advocate Health Care is seeking a Phlebotomist II to collect blood samples, label specimens accurately, and support the Floyd Medical Center lab in Georgia. The role requires phlebotomy training and 1 year of experience, with ASCP or equivalent licensure preferred.

Part-time Saturday and Sunday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, 24 hours per week, with benefits eligibility. The department emphasizes quality control and timely processing within established turnaround times.

Qualifications

• PBT (ASCP) or equivalent licensure required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of a formal phlebotomy program.
• At least one year of phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Ability to follow state and OSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood samples by venipuncture from patients of any age.
• Perform capillary puncture as needed and ensure proper specimen labeling.
• Accurately log collection times into the lab computer system.
• Establish positive patient identification and handle specimens promptly.
• Maintain clean, stocked phlebotomy area and follow QA standards.
• Follow procedures to minimize contamination and errors in processing.

Skills

Venipuncture

Capillary puncture

Specimen labeling

Patient identification

Quality control

Education

High School Diploma

Phlebotomy training program

Tools

Lab information system (LIS)

Job description

Department: 60901 Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center - Lab Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 24 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Part-time Saturday and Sunday 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM We will also consider non-certified Phlebotomist Pay Range: $20.80 - $31.20

Job Summary

The Phlebotomist II receives orders for laboratory testing, collects blood from patients of any age or status and issues appropriate paperwork to the Floyd lab or outside for processing. He/she maintains the laboratory in an efficient working state and performs lab procedures while ensuring quality control. Major Responsibilities: Consistently obtains high quality specimens by venipuncture. Performs special procedures as needed. Consistently obtains high quality specimens by capillary procedure. Collects blood cultures with contamination rate below established goal. Collects timed specimens appropriately. Collects outpatients in a timely manner with waiting kept to a minimum. Establishes positive patient identification. Follows all Continuous Quality Improvement standards. Ensures timely collection of all specimen by placing advances orders in proper slots on collection board and by collecting stats within established turnaround times. Correctly labels all specimens and ensures that collections are not missed due to errors and echos from the computer system. Keeps the phlebotomy area clean and stocked with supplies. Follows state, OSHA and other agency regulations, performs special procedures and assists the lab aide when necessary. Processes all specimens quickly. Handles cancellation of orders properly. Accurately logs collection and received times into lab computer system.

Major Responsibilities

• Consistently obtains high quality specimens by venipuncture.
• Performs special procedures as needed.
• Consistently obtains high quality specimens by capillary procedure.
• Collects blood cultures with contamination rate below established goal.
• Collects timed specimens appropriately.
• Collects outpatients in a timely manner with waiting kept to a minimum.
• Establishes positive patient identification.
• Follows all Continuous Quality Improvement standards.
• Ensures timely collection of all specimen by placing advances orders in proper slots on collection board and by collecting stats within established turnaround times.
• Correctly labels all specimens and ensures that collections are not missed due to errors and echos from the computer system.
• Keeps the phlebotomy area clean and stocked with supplies.
• Follows state, OSHA and other agency regulations, performs special procedures and assists the lab aide when necessary.
• Processes all specimens quickly.
• Handles cancellation of orders properly.
• Accurately logs collection and received times into lab computer system.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

PBT (ASCP) or equivalent

Education Required

High School Diploma or equivalent Completion of a formal training program in Phlebotomy Completion of departmental clinical evaluation checklist

Experience Required

At least one year experience

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries weight up to 50 pounds. Ability to distinguish letters, numbers and symbols with vision and hearing within normal range to respond to Code alerts and equipment alarms. Work-related stress due to volume and time constraints with irregular working hours.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You

• 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
• Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care