Lab Support Tech/Phlebotomist (Non-Certified)

Description
JOB SUMMARY

• Performs specimen collection on adult and pediatric patients including venous, capillary, and blood culture samples. Order laboratory test in the laboratory information system, processes, files requisitions, answering telephone, general clerical duties and customer service. Follows all hospital and laboratory policies and procedures.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License and meet auto insurability requirements as approved by Phoebe Putney Health System's insurance company.
• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures

WORKING CONDITIONS

• General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.
• May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
• May be scheduled as needed including overtime
• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

Qualifications
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 6+ months of phlebotomy experience (Required)

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES

• Required Certifications/Licensures: Not Applicable

GENERAL SKILLS

• Customer Relations
• Grammar / Spelling
• Organizational Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Basic Computer Skills
• Follow Verbal Instructions
• Read / Comprehend Written Instructions
• Communication Skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion
• Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
• Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Walking - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Bending/Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Sitting - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Standing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)