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Part-time Lab Clerk/Phlebotomist

Employer
The University of Georgia
Location
Athens Area
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Job Details

Posting Number:

S12831P

Working Title:

Part-time Lab Clerk/Phlebotomist

Department:

UHC-Laboratory Services

About the University of Georgia:

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

Posting Type:

External

Retirement Plan:

GDCP

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:

Non-Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time:

Part Time

Additional Schedule Information:

Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm as needed

Advertised Salary:

16.35 per hour

Posting Date:

10/28/2024

Open until filled:

No

Closing Date:

11/02/2024

Proposed Starting Date:

11/08/2024

Location of Vacancy:

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement:

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Classification Title:

Allied Health Technical/Paraprofessional/Professional

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

FTE:

0.20

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

•Phlebotomy experience, certification preferred
•Computer skills to include: Windows, Microsoft office, electronic medical record (EMR) and laboratory information systems (LIS) and faxing
•Knowledge of insurance relationship to laboratory testing and medical office practices

Position Summary:

The Lab Clerk/Phlebotomist is responsible for carrying out laboratory procedures involving the collection, handling, and processing of human laboratory specimens. They also handle incoming telephone calls, providing answers to queries or directing calls to the appropriate personnel. They consult with Technologists for clinical direction, receive patients, and prioritize/manage workflow at the reception desk. Additionally, they perform data entry using information systems, ensure the upkeep of office and medical supplies, and follow detailed instructions using established methods and procedures. This position may perform designated waived testing as trained with oversight from the Technologist.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

• Clinical Laboratory skills appropriate to perform waived, moderate and high complexity testing.
• Understanding of age specific and cultural needs of UHC student patients and providers.
• Competent in laboratory information systems, inventory, and human resource management.
• Skilled in critical thinking, prioritizing, organization, communication across levels of understanding and privacy/confidentiality.

Physical Demands:

• Able to see objects closely, as in reading.
• Able to discriminate color.
• Able to hear normal sounds, as in answering telephone.
• Able to give and receive verbal commands.
• Able to push, pull or lift objects with minimum effort continuously, moderate effort
frequently, and maximum effort occasionally.
• Able to sit, stand, or remain on feet for 50 minutes consecutively, 8 hours per shift.
• Able to perform motor skills.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?:

No

Is this a Position of Trust?:

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:

No

Does this position require a P-Card? :

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:

Yes

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications):

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy:

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy:

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Phlebotomy:
• Uses 2 types patient identifiers to ensure accurate patient identification and sample labeling.
• Performs venous blood collection using various techniques: syringe, vacutainer, butterfly, capillary collection, blood culture collection.
• Successfully performs venipuncture without injury, missing only the most difficult patients.
• Evaluates patient anxiety prior to phlebotomy and offers coping techniques and instruction.
• Able to identify adverse reactions and acquires assistance.

Percentage of time:

35

Duties/Responsibilities:

Laboratory Clerk:
• Handles phone calls in a helpful and courteous manner, expeditiously determines need, gives information or forwards caller to appropriate person.
• Greets patients in a helpful and courteous manner, organizes and directs patient/specimen flow.
• Verifies identification of patients and specimens by using 2 identifiers.
• Receives specimens or initiates specimen collection.
• Manages efficient, prompt distribution of specimens to the appropriate testing area using standard precautions.
• Reviews in-coming orders for appropriateness.
• Receives and accessions laboratory specimens using electronic systems with accuracy and efficiency.
• Communicates patient preparation needs and specimen requirements.
• Gives accurate and precise instructions to patients for specimen collection.
• Prioritizes tasks for technologists.
• Manages simultaneous demands effectively.

Percentage of time:

35

Duties/Responsibilities:

Patient Testing:
• Perform designated waived Laboratory testing as trained and overseen by Technologist.
• Follows specimen identification requirements, quality control and procedure details.
• Accurately reports results into the laboratory information system (LIS) and the electronic medical record (EMR).

Percentage of time:

10

Duties/Responsibilities:

Billing Management:
• Evaluates patient billing and identifies preferred payment method and those requirements.
• Generates accurate billing statements.
• Applies appropriate fees and charges.

Percentage of time:

10

Duties/Responsibilities:

Material Resource Management:
• Establishes inventory control of specimen collection supplies and materials to rotate and eliminate out-of-date supplies
• Prepares order lists for Laboratory Manager.
• Maintains stock to promote ease of use during patient care tasks.
• Maintains patient specimen collection areas and supplies.

Percentage of time:

10

Contact Details:

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name:

Lori Tinnell

Recruitment Contact Email:

ltinnell@uhs.uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone:

7065420206

Organization

The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the state’s oldest and most comprehensive institution of higher education. Founded in 1785, it is the birthplace of public higher education in America.

Today, UGA enrolls more than 40,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The main campus has 460 buildings on 767 acres of land. The total acreage of UGA in 30 Georgia counties is 41,539. UGA has 18 colleges and schools, which include Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Arts and Sciences, Business, Ecology, Education, Engineering, Environment and Design, Family and Consumer Sciences, Forestry and Natural Resources, Graduate School, Journalism and Mass Communication, Law, Pharmacy, Public Health, Public and International Affairs, Social Work, Veterinary Medicine, and the Honors College. It offers 24 baccalaureate degrees in more than 140 fields; 33 master’s degrees in 144 fields; 8 educational specialist degrees; four doctoral degrees in 99 areas; professional degrees in law, pharmacy and veterinary medicine; and more than 170 study-abroad and exchange programs. UGA Libraries rank among the nation’s best research libraries and contain a total of 5.3 million volumes and one of nation’s largest map collections. The university has had 25 recipients of the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship, making it one of the nation’s top Rhodes producers among public universities. UGA is home of the Peabody Awards, presented annually for distinguished achievement and meritorious public service for television, podcast/radio, and digital media. It also is home of Georgia’s State Botanical Garden, state Museum of Art and State Museum of Natural History. Additionally, UGA has one of the largest and most comprehensive public service and outreach programs conducted by an American educational institution.

Company info
Telephone
706-542-3000
Location
215 S. Jackson St.
Athens
Georgia
30602
US

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