Phlebotomy Tech III, Full Time Days

At Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, we take pride in offering a dynamic and fulfilling work environment. Joining our team means becoming an essential part of a leading healthcare institution that is committed to providing exceptional patient care and advancing medical research.

Position Highlights:

• Shift Schedule: Full Time Days, may include holidays
• Department: Inpatient Phlebotomy
• Location: Winston Salem, NC

What We Offer :

• Day 1 Health Coverage: Amazing health insurance with the option of copay or HSA eligible plans
• Wellness Incentives: Up to $1,350/year in wellness incentives through our LiveWELL program
• Education: Eligible for our Prepaid College Tuition Assistance program (up to $5,250/year)!
• Parental Benefits: Six weeks paid birthing-mother maternity leave & four weeks paid parental leave
• Retirement: Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Certification from an accredited phlebotomy training program that includes:
  • ASCP, AMT, ASPT or equivalent certification
  • Completion of a certification exam with passing scores
• CPR Certification
• Two years phlebotomy experience in the home department required.

The Successful Candidate will assume responsibility for a variety of functions, which include, but are not limited to:

• Assures accurate and timely collection of blood specimens, according to departmental practices.
• Assures accurate identification and delivery of patient samples to appropriate lab sections.
• Follows proper safety and identification procedures when dealing with patients and/or specimens under any circumstance or environment.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of phlebotomy by serving as a willing resource to staff and applying knowledge in daily routines.
• Improves work skills through self-study and continuing education. 6. Contributes to the smooth and efficient operation of the section and department.
• Protects self, coworkers and facility by following approval policies and procedures to prevent the spread of blood borne and/or airborne diseases.
• Exhibits and promotes the professional image of laboratories in accordance with hospital, department, and professional society philosophies, goals and standards of laboratory testing.
• May be required to function as group leader for other Phlebotomy Techs.
• Provides age appropriate specimen collection in accordance with age specific guidelines for neonates, school age, adolescents, early adults, middle adults and/or late adults on a daily basis
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Demonstrates the ability to support the shift Coordinators by assuming additional duties as needed.
• Adheres to the general Medical Center standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building.

Work Environment:

• Exposed to infection from disease-bearing specimens or patients.
• Exposed to risk of bloodborne/airborne disease.
• Must wear protective equipment (gloves, gowns/lab coats, eye protection, face protection).
• May be exposed to odorous chemicals and specimens.
• Subject to injury from sharps.
• May require judgment/action which could result in death of patient.

If you’re ready to embark on an exciting journey of personal and professional fulfillment, join us at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. Together, we will provide compassionate, high-quality care and services that touch the hearts of our patients and transform the landscape of healthcare. Your passion and dedication are what we need to make a difference in the world. Come be a part of our extraordinary team today!