Phlebotomy Services Tech - job 6 of 7

Overview

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Description

Full Time Shift: 7:30pm-4:00a with every other weekend and rotating holidays

We are aggressively seeking Phlebotomy Service Tech  with at least two years’ phlebotomy experience in a fast-paced work environment to fill positions at our various Emory Healthcare locations.

The primary responsibilities of the Phlebotomy Service Tech  are to collect and label specimens for testing, maintain computerized records, resolve and troubleshoot outstanding specimens/collections.  In addition, practice universal precautions, barrier protection methods, infection control and isolation procedures when working with body fluids and other contagia to ensure a safe work environment. This position is required to escalate issues, problems, and opportunities to supervisory level for resolution.

This position is Hospital Based and thereby includes responsibilities to maintain and utilize computerized WOW carts insuring adequately charged and operational; adhere to patient isolation procedures as required to ensure a safe work environment; maintain phone availability for emergent collections and interact with clinical staff on unit to maintain computerized records, resolve, and troubleshoots outstanding specimen/collections.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer 2 years relevant phlebotomy experience with Phlebotomy certificate preferred.
• 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.

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.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.