Clinical Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist - Atrium Health Charlotte PT Float

Clinical Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist - Atrium Health Charlotte PT Float Atrium Health - 3.7 Charlotte, NC Job Details Part-time $19.80 - $29.70 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Adoption assistance Parental leave Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications OSHA (regulatory compliance area) Vascular access Computer operation Laboratory inventory control Laboratory safety Maintaining an organized workspace Sample preparation Phone communication Labeling Clinical chemistry Patient service Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise High school diploma or GED Clinical staff training Disinfection procedures Collecting samples for laboratory testing Staff training Cardiology Medical laboratory work Patient care Clinical documentation CLIA regulations Medical equipment cleaning Computer skills Laboratory information systems (LIS) Training & development Clean workspace maintenance Sterile laboratory techniques Medical terminology Entry level Client interaction via phone calls

Full Job Description Department:

60916 Carolinas Medical Center -

Lab:

Reference Lab Testing Status:

Part time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes Hou rs

Per Week:

24

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Monday-Friday 7a-5p availability 3 days per week 8 hour shifts Pay Range $19.80 - $29.70 Essential Functions Collects and/or processes patient blood obtained by venipuncture and/or capillary puncture timely and accurate. Processes nonblood patient specimens in a timely and accurate fashion. Assists in specimen preparation, receipt, and transport of patient specimens. Performs patient registration. 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 team members and/or students in the department including any standard work processes applicable to the work area. Receives lab orders from providers, prepares necessary documentation, and performs all routine laboratory tests. Maintains necessary documentation for all tests according to standards and labeling all specimens following set standards. Maintains knowledge of specimen collection devices and tubes. Maintains equipment, keeps area clean, stocks supplies and keeps work space organized. Practices sterile technique and prevents cross contamination. Handles blood and body fluids and deals with infectious patients. Performs minor laboratory procedures accurately, precisely, and efficiently under minimal supervision including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, and immunology. Perform phlebotomy through venous and capillary puncture following established procedures in accordance with age specific considerations of patients. Observes strict principles of antisepsis to prevent infection of patient and contamination of specimens. Receives and collects urine specimens to perform all routine tests. Performs specimen preparation for all procedures/tests. Maintains supplies inventory communicating needs to supervisor. Reports varying in-house test results in addition to all abnormal findings to clinical staff. Complies with all policies and OSHA regulations related to safety, cleanliness, and infection control. Practices sterile technique and prevents cross contamination. Handles blood and body fluids and deals with infectious patients. Follows general safety procedures and utilizes PPE appropriately. 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. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, sharp instruments, fumes, ionizing radiation, hazardous materials Duties may involve standing, walking, stretching, stooping, bending, and lifting light (20 pound) to moderately heavy (50 pound) loads. Some latex exposure may be expected. Wears appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times while working with patient specimens. Education, Experience and Certifications High School Diploma or GED required; Certification in phlebotomy preferred for facilities where phlebotomy is an assigned duty.

Skills/Qualifications:

Knowledge of laboratory techniques to perform minor laboratory tests Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to operate, clean, and sterilize Knowledge of appropriate medical terminology to communicate with staff Knowledge of computer systems and applications Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures and protocols Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to

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benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. Performs duties that support the efficient workflow of the laboratory. Duties may include obtaining patient specimens, processing laboratory specimens, patient registration and/or performing CLIA waived patient testing within the laboratory. Provides quality laboratory service to medical providers in a customer-service-oriented environment. Obtains and processes laboratory specimens, performs order entry and performs minor laboratory testing. Responsible for obtaining and processing blood/urine specimens from patients