Phlebotomy Services Rep III

Overview

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Description

Varies / Full Time / 40 Hours

We are aggressively seeking a highly skilled Phlebotomy Services Representative with at least two years’ phlebotomy experience in a fast-paced clinic or hospital work environment and willing to work at our various Emory Healthcare locations. Previous Supervisory experience is strongly desired.

The primary responsibilities of the Phlebotomy Services Representative are to collect, label, and transport patient specimens for testing in a timely manner including routine and advanced venipuncture, while upholding the values of the organization including providing and demonstrating exemplary customer service skills throughout the preanalytical and analytical processes. This role will assume coordinator responsibilities in the absence of supervisory staff assigning work to others and may be required to act as department liaison on off shifts/ weekends.

The primary function of this role may be as a clinic or hospital float personnel who must be knowledgeable of procedures and operations at various locations and show flexibility in the schedules they can work. The incumbent may need to initiate intervention on unacceptable specimens; must adhere to strict protocol regarding patient identification and ensures that each patient is positively identified prior to any specimen collection.

This position will train and mentor new staff or students in blood collection and/ or specimen processing as directed and assume lead as trainer, often as Super User or train-the-trainer responsibility.

Clinic Based: May review test requisitions and order tests appropriately following up on all tests with incomplete information or questionable test orders; provide patients and outreach clients instruction as necessary regarding non-blood specimen collections; may maintain standing order files and schedule/ arrive lab appointments; prepare and triages specimens to the proper testing facility and obtains waivers for Medicare coverage when applicable.

Hospital Based: Will maintain and utilize computerized WOW carts insuring adequately charged and operational; adheres to patient isolation procedures as required to ensure a safe work environment and must maintain phone availability for emergent collections. In addition, will interact with clinical staff on unit to maintain computerized records, resolve, and troubleshoots outstanding specimen/collections.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prefer 2 years relevant phlebotomy experience with Phlebotomy certificate preferred.
• Willingness to work varied locations and shifts. Should have reliable transportation.
• Basic computer skills with ability to type minimum 35 words per minute required for Clinic based positions and preferred for Hospital based; basic medical terminology and customer service skills expected.

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

Additional Details

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.  Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members.  Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. 

ACCOMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.” 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium) 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Salary : $16 - $26