PHLEBOTOMIST I, PHLEBOTOMY

Sgmc-Health-1; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

PTO

Employee discounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Cancer insurance

Accident insurance

Pet insurance

Tuition reimbursement

On-the-job training

Growth opportunities

Employee assistance program

Job summary

SGMC Health’s Phlebotomy team at the Main Campus seeks a dedicated phlebotomist to obtain and process specimens from inpatients and outpatients, following policy and ensuring proper patient identification.

The role involves exposure to biohazardous materials, accurate data entry, and collaboration with staff. Schedule is Full Time, 8 HR Day Shift, 0300-1130 with rotating weekends, on-site responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED preferred.
• Prior phlebotomy or medical assistant training preferred; phlebotomy certification preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Competence in phlebotomy, office skills and medical terminology.
• Able to stand long periods; good hand-eye coordination.
• Accurate data entry and attention to detail.
• Ability to interact effectively with public, physicians and staff.
• Knowledge to provide age-appropriate phlebotomy for neonate to geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and process specimens per policy with correct patient ID and sufficient sample quantity.
• Operate lab equipment and data-entry into the hospital's Lab/HBOC systems.
• Serve as Public Relations representative from the Laboratory to customers.
• Transport UN3373 / Category B specimens; do not transport certain UN samples or narcotics.

Skills

High school graduate or GED

CPR certification

Phlebotomy competence

Detail-oriented

Effective communication

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lab system

HBOC system

Job description

Description

WHAT IT'S LIKE AT SGMC HEALTH

Purpose

No matter your role or area that you work in, at SGMC Health we are collectively working towards goals that will make our community a better place.

Excellence

We strive to do the right thing the right way, are accountable in all we do, require competence of our people, and are compassionate in our service.

Team Spirit.

We encourage team effort, support personal and professional development, acknowledge individual talents and skills, and support innovation and empowerment.

Award Winning Performance.

We are committed to providing the best care possible and we are proud to be recognized locally, statewide, and nationally for the exceptional care that our staff provides.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE SGMC HEALTH

SGMC has great benefit options, depending on the role that you are going into– including healthcare, supplementary benefits, ways to save for the future, opportunities for career advancement, and opportunities to expand your skill set. Some of these great benefit options are listed below:

• Low Healthcare Insurance Premiums
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee discounts
• Company paid life insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Cancer Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-the-job training and skills development
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program

JOB LOCATION

Main Campus

DEPARTMENT

PHLEBOTOMY

SCHEDULE

Full Time, 8 HR Day Shift, 0300-1130 with rotating weekends

POSITION SUMMARY

Obtain and process specimens from inpatients and outpatients according to SGMC Health laboratory policy/procedures using correct and strict patient identification and in sufficient sample quantity for the performance of laboratory tests as ordered by the physician. Exposure to biohazardous specimens and/or patients, needles, standard medical equipment to perform phlebotomy is required. Responsible for accurate entry of laboratory requests, patient demographics, and billing information using the hospital’s Lab system and HBOC system. Is a Public Relations representative from the Laboratory to the Laboratory's customers. Perform various other non-routine departmental support activities as directed by Supervisor. Transport patient specimens of UN3373 / Category B type from outpatient customers to the Laboratory, using SGMC Health Lab vehicles. Will NOT transport UN 2814 or UN 2900 samples or narcotics.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• High school graduate or GED preferred.
• Prior experience in phlebotomy or medical assistance training preferred, certified training in phlebotomy preferred.
• Current in CPR certification.
• Competence in phlebotomy, general office skills, and medical terminology.
• Demonstrate manual dexterity, specifically hand-eye coordination.
• Demonstrate accuracy, and attention to detail in performing data entry.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, but frequent walking is also required.
• Effective communication skills in dealing with the public, physicians and other hospital staff are required.
• Temperament suited to short cycle repetitive work.
• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide phlebotomy for laboratory testing appropriate to the age of the patients seen in their assigned area.
• Must be able to assess and interpret data or signs about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide the care needed by our patient groups (i.e., neonate, pediatric, adolescent and/or geriatric).
• Normal color vision necessary.
• Must possess a valid and current driver’s license.

WORKING CONDITIONS- ADA INFORMATION

Modern hospital Laboratories with access to patient areas and physician offices. Work activities will include: light lifting (not to exceed 25 pounds), walking, sitting, standing, stooping, bending, twisting, and pushing objects. Must be about to operate office equipment, computer terminals and keyboards, computerized lab equipment and an automobile. Must be able / certified to perform CPR.

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