Phlebotomist I

Department: 36926 Atrium Health Cabarrus - Venous Access Team Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 24 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Three 8 hr days Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday 4am to 12pm The ideal candidate would possess 1-2 years of phlebotomy experience. Pay Range: $19.80 - $29.70 Job Summary Performs duties that supports the efficient workflow of the laboratory. Duties include obtaining patient specimens via venipuncture or micro method. Essential Responsibilities Collects and/or processes patient blood obtained by venipuncture and/or capillary puncture in a timely and accurate fashion Use of vacutainer tube, butterflies, syringes, and needle for drawing blood. Use of micro lancets and capillary pipettes in obtaining blood specimens by heel stick Perform Positive Patient identification by verifying the patient's name and date of birth against lab orders and accurately record it onto the specimen Ability to determine proper container type To promptly draw and deliver blood specimens to the appropriate laboratory department Provides phone support for patient care areas in a polite and supportive manner Maintains competency with hospital and laboratory information systems as needed to perform job duties Trains new teammates and/or students in the department including any standard work processes applicable to the work area Always wears appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as appropriate while working with patient specimens Actively participates in staff meetings, projects and/or performance improvement activities in the department Adheres to regulatory requirements and to standard operating procedures Completes annual system, facility and department requirements as assigned Is accountable for work, behavioral expectations, teamwork, and reliability Report to supervision any problems, which might adversely affect his/her ability to perform duties Other duties as assigned Physical Requirements Works in a fast-paced clinical environment. Works in an area that contains biohazardous (infectious) materials along with chemical, fire, and mechanical hazards. Duties may involve standing, walking, stretching, stooping, bending, and lifting light (20 pound) to moderately heavy (50 pound) loads. Education, Experience and Certifications High school diploma or equivalent is required; Certification in phlebotomy is preferred for facilities where phlebotomy is an assigned duty. 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