Phlebotomist

Phlebotomist SouthCoast Health - 3.6 Pooler, GA Job Details Full-time From $20 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Bereavement leave Life insurance Referral program Paid sick time Qualifications Biological safety protocols Vascular access Direct patient care CPR Certification Laboratory safety PBT (ASCP) Quality records maintenance Capillary specimen collection Labeling BLS Certification In-person customer service Patient demographics Specimen identification for phlebotomy Laboratory test results documentation Proficiency testing High school diploma or GED Laboratory reports Quality assurance in testing Laboratory quality control records management Laboratory standard operating procedures Laboratory preventive maintenance CLIA regulations Trade school Patient interaction Medical lab results review Patient charting Sterile laboratory techniques Managing patient records Associate's degree Safety protocol implementation Full Job Description South Coast Health is looking for a Phlebotomist for our Pooler Location. Responsible for completing laboratory procedures as ordered by a provider. Obtaining appropriate specimens to meet testing requirements determined by specific laboratory guidelines utilizing aseptic technique, as well as OSHA bloodborne pathogen standards. Knowledge of OSHA and CLIA.

Qualifications:

Knowledge of safety procedures for the lab and utilize universal precautions. Knowledge of how to use laboratory equipment properly. Ability to properly collect specimens. Ability to follow proper lab procedures and policies.

Responsibilities:

Properly identifies patient and appropriate patient care instructions. Performs venipuncture, and capillary punctures on patients. Identifies and labels specimens. Conducts laboratory tests on specimen. Communicates with and assists physicians, patients and coworkers in a professional and courteous manner. Accurately maintains patient logs with date, patient name, lab accession number, lab test ordered, and laboratory used to perform testing. Utilizes appropriate reference laboratory requisitions with patient demographics information, billing information, test requested and appropriate diagnosis codes. Follows appropriate billing procedures, sample handling, and preparation as designated by reference laboratory. Performs daily maintenance, quality control, quality assurance, and sample analysis. Reviews and reports patient test results utilizing laboratory instrumentation and test kits. Logs provider orders in accession log. Documents in charts in accurate and timely manner. Consults with Medical Technologist or Lab Manager when questions arise concerning provider orders, questionable results, or equipment failure. Documents quality control and proficiency survey results. Maintains lab equipment.

Education/Experience:

High School graduate or equivalent. Prefer associate degree or Vocational School program for phlebotomy from an accredited college or technical school or equivalent experience. Prefer licensure, registry or certification, ASCP or equivalent. Minimum of 6 months experience as Phlebotomist.

Requirements :

Current BLS/CPR certification.

Benefits :

Health, HSA/FSA, dental, vision, life, long term disability, 401(k) with employer contribution, and supplemental insurance policies. PTO, holidays, and bereavement leave.

DFW, EOE, MFVD

Pay:

From $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person