Phlebotomist

Practice Overview

Atlanta Center for Reproductive Medicine (ACRM) specializes in the treatment of infertility and other reproductive endocrinology disorders. As one of the largest centers in the metropolitan area treating infertility, for 20+ years ACRM has provided care in Advanced Reproductive Technologies (ART), including in-vitro fertilization (IVF), pre-genetic diagnosis (PGD), and egg recipiency. Find out more about our center by visiting http://www.acrm.com

The OB/GYN/Infertility Phlebotomist demonstrate knowledge and skills in the clinical care of their patients. The Clinical Phlebotomist is responsible for the daily management of OB/GYN/Infertility patients. When performing the responsibilities of phlebotomist, they will obtain blood samples from patients by venipuncture. They are largely responsible for specimen processing to reference laboratories as well as tracking of returned results. Quality Assurance and maintenance activities are required responsibilities of a phlebotomist. They report to the Office Manager and take direction from the Director of Nursing, other physicians and mid levels.

This is a Full time position Monday-Friday from 7:15am to 4:00pm and one weekend a month from 7:15-12:00pm. You will be located at our Perimeter office but may require floating between our other 2 locations for coverage on an as needed basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR PHLEBOTOMIST RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow proper specimen collection procedures, including patient preparation and venipuncture, specimen labeling, handling, processing and preparation, transportation and storage of specimens.
• Verify patient ID and information.
• Prepare specimens for send out to various reference laboratories.
• Process and track all send out tests to/from reference laboratories.
• Generate billing information for requested laboratory testing.
• Route billing information to insurance company when indicated.
• Responsible for review of any highly unusual or critical results and notify nurse and/or physician.
• Perform and document daily quality control/quality assurance activities.
• Perform and document preventative maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting procedures for tests performed.
• Participate in proficiency testing.
• Comply with OSHA and CLIA regulations.
• Attend annual OSHA in-service.
• Adhere to quality control policies and document all quality control activities.
• Perform and document housekeeping tasks involved in maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Maintain adequate inventory and supplies.
• Review invoices for accuracy from all vendors and send to Office Manager for processing.
• Participate in continuing education as needed.