Phlebotomist I - Various Shifts

nghs; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System seeks a Phlebotomist I to perform blood collection by venipuncture and capillary methods across all ages, ensuring specimen integrity and proper handling. The role emphasizes customer service and adherence to doctor’s orders in a fast-paced setting.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with certification in phlebotomy preferred. Compliance with safety guidelines and NP safety goals is essential in daily duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Licensure or certification in phlebotomy preferred (ASCP, NPA, AMT, NHA).
• Previous lab or phlebotomy experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-focused phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• Adhere to doctor’s orders and ensure proper specimen labeling.
• Follow esoteric specimen handling procedures as required.
• Process and handle LEGAL specimens per policy and procedure.
• Work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Customer service

Specimen handling

Biohazard safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ASCP

National Phlebotomy Association

AMT

NHA

Job description

Job Category:

Allied Health

Work Shift/Schedule:

Varies

Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.

About the Role:

Job Summary

A Phlebotomist I provides customer service and skilled specimen collections, ensuring the validity and integrity of clinical specimens. Performs blood collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques for all age groups. Ensures doctors' orders are executed correctly, special specimen handling for esoteric testing, handling and processing of legal specimens. Very fast paced environment with frequent subjection to a variety of biohazards. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures.

Minimum Job Qualifications

Licensure or other certifications:

Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GED.

Minimum Experience:

Other:

Preferred Job Qualifications

Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Certification in phlebotomy preferred through an approved certification organization: ASCP, National Phlebotomy Association, American Medical Technologist, National Performance Specialist, National Healthcareer Association.

Preferred Educational Requirements:

Preferred Experience: Previous laboratory experience as a lab assistant.

Other:

NGHS Core Competencies

1. I Show Vulnerability when I:
   trust others and assume positive intent.
   am emotionally accessible and transparent without hidden agendas.
   acknowledge weaknesses and accept responsibility for mistakes.
   am comfortable saying "I don't know" and asking for help.
   seek and accept feedback in a non-defensive manner.
   forgive others and give the benefit of the doubt.
2. I Display Empathy when I:
   seek to know others on a deeper level.
   work to ensure others feel included.
   accept others for who they are without judgment.
   show concern for the well-being and challenges of others.
   consider the human impact before making decisions.
3. I Demonstrate Courage when I:
   do not hold back on anything that needs to be said.
   do the right thing even when that is difficult.
   speak my own truth, even when that means standing alone.
   address potential conflict quickly and directly.
   commit to seeing a difficult conversation through to the end.
4. I Demonstrate Radical Listening when I:
   seek to understand the other person's viewpoint first, before expressing my own viewpoint.
   listen for the unsaid.
   ask questions to confirm understanding.
   accept others' perceptions as their truth.
   take action to help others feel fully heard and seen.
   pursue as many different viewpoints as possible and embrace the bearer of bad news.
5. I Promote Teamwork when I:
   treat others in a respectful manner, regardless of their position, identity, and background.
   encourage and support my coworkers.
   value and acknowledge others for their contributions to the success of the team and NGHS.
   put the good of the team and NGHS first.
   strive to find common ground to solve problems for the good of NGHS.
   cut across boundaries to get things done.
6. I Hold Others Accountable when I:
   provide clear, consistent, and frequent communication about what is most important.
   clarify what is less important to establish clear priorities.
   help others see their blind spots.
   look for every opportunity to provide reinforcing feedback.
   provide immediate and actionable corrective feedback.
7. I Strive for Continuous Improvement when I:
   hold myself personally responsible to seek improvements every day.
   experiment regularly with new ideas and approaches.
   demonstrate initiative and perseverance to overcome obstacles and resistance to change.
   embrace mistakes and pivot quickly if a new approach fails.
   seek to always be better tomorrow than today.

Organization Expectations

Quest: Demonstrates/utilizes Quest tools in department.

Talent Development: Coaches and develops staff.

Safety: Promotes patient, visitor and staff safety and effectively manages hazards that lead to injury or harm.

Productivity: Meets productivity expectations.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensures department's compliance with all regulatory, DNV, mandatory education, and similar requirements.

Key Performance Indicators (KPI)

Identifies unit/department level goals that align with the organization's Key Performance Indicators.

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)

If, in the normal course of my duties and responsibilities, I am required to access protected health information (PHI) and electronic protected health information (EPHI) for the purposes of treatment, payment and operations within Northeast Georgia Health System, I will limit such access to only the minimum necessary amount of PHI and EPHI necessary to perform the functions of my job. If access is not required in the normal course of my duties and responsibilities, I will not access PHI or EPHI.

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