Phlebotomist- OBGYN Clinic- Biltmore Campus at Mahec

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITY:The primary purpose of this position is to provide phlebotomy services to patients of all ages. This role includes performing venipunctures and finger sticks processing medical laboratory tests and documenting results for the diagnosis and prevention of disease while adhering to the regulatory requirements.SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:Cleaning and stocking specimen collection areasMonitoring lab schedule for appointment arrivals and escorting patients to the labPractice proper patient identification Collecting specimens from patientsReviewing orders for accuracyReviewing specimen processing instructions for accuracyRequisitioning and processing samples including centrifuging and any special processing instructionsPreparing samples for pick-up from reference lab(s)Preparing samples for point of care testingDocumenting point of care results timely and per policyEscalating abnormal and critical results per policyPractice infection prevention control standards at all times Monitor and respond to EHR messaging and voicemails timelyServe as preceptor for phlebotomy students or clinical staffActively embraces and supports divisional and organizational initiativesSupports other MAHEC labs as neededServes as a back-up for clinical team members as neededThis role description is a general description of the essential job functions. It is not intended to describe all the duties the phlebotomist may perform.KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Knowledge and experience documenting patient care in an electronic health recordKnowledge of medical laboratory principles standards and testsKnowledge of medical laboratory safety and infections control policiesKnowledge of medical laboratory equipmentCOMPETENCIES:Integrity You instill trust through your own actions and follow through on commitments. You demonstrate a high standard of ethics and treat others fairly and consistently.Team Engagement You create a climate in which others want to do their best and feel personally invested. You engage in shared decisionmaking and invite input from team members. You convey trust in peoples competence to do their jobs and recognize great performance. You trust others by delegating responsibilities based on their strengths. You promote others to take initiative.Collaboration You foster commitment team spirit and trust. You consistently develop and sustain collaborative working relationships including across functions and departments. You foster an inclusive culture of respect for individual and cultural differences.Resilience and Adaptability You deal effectively with pressure competing demands and interruptions while maintaining focus and optimism under adversity. You are open to change and new information adapting rapidly in response to changing conditions and unexpected difficulties. You solicit and act on feedback learning from experience.Service Delivery You place patients and colleagues at the center of your priorities. You possess a high sense of urgency and ownership in solving problems. You look for and identify opportunities to enhance the level of service you and your team provide to others.Quality and Process Improvement You drive for continuous improvement. You work with your team to identify ways to streamline and improve efficiency of work and service delivery. You ensure that defined processes quality standards and best practices are adopted swiftly and updated regularly.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:Graduate from an accredited phlebotomist program required1-2 years of phlebotomy experience in an ambulatory setting with patients of all ages preferredREQUIRED LICENSES:Current Phlebotomy certificate requiredCurrent CPR certificationFOREIGN LANGUAGE SKILLS:Ability to speak Spanish strongly preferred.SCHEDULE:Regular attendance on-site is an essential function of this position. Typical business hours are Monday Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (or flexed to best meet the needs of the clients and/or the Division); evening coverage is required; 40 hours per workweek; weekend or holiday coverage is occasionally required. Work hours will need to be flexible in order to respond to special work assignments or evening activities as requested by the team leader.POSITION COMPENSATION:Hourly rate varies based on experience full time position with full benefits availableAt MAHEC we strive to equip all team members with Total Rewards (pay benefits) to honor their service support their health manage their financial security build their career and thrive.All MAHEC employees and learners will be required to receive the Flu vaccine or have an approved exemption.MAHEC Talent Management is located at 121 Hendersonville Road Asheville NC 28803. Equal Opportunity Employer.MAHEC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. Employees who meet federal requirements may be eligible to have remaining student loan balances forgiven after 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time at MAHEC.If you are interested in this role and you have related experience and qualifications we encourage you to apply or reach out to for support in your job search process. You could be the talent we are seeking for this or other opportunities. Key Skills Laboratory Experience,Load & Unload,Data Entry,Customer Service,Computer Skills,FDA Regulations,Mobile Devices,Phlebotomy,Medical Terminology,Employment & Labor Law,Patient Service Experience,Venipuncture Experience Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1