Phlebotomist II- PRN- Mesquite

The US Oncology Network•Mesquite, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Oncology is seeking a Phlebotomist to join their team at the Mesquite location. This is a PRN (As Needed) position with typical hours of 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The position can be filled at a Level 1, 2, or Sr level depending on the candidate's experience. Texas Oncology is a large community oncology provider dedicated to making cancer care accessible and providing high-quality, evidence-based treatment. They aim to help patients achieve 'More breakthroughs. More victories.' in their fight against cancer.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Three years of experience (for Level 2).
Five or more years of experience (for Level Sr).
Full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination in operation and manipulation of complex laboratory equipment.
Sitting/standing for extensive periods of time with the use hands to finger, handle, or feel and arms to reach or carry.
Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.
Corrected vision, color perception and hearing to normal range.
Legible handwriting.

Nice To Haves

Licensure from an accredited school of phlebotomy recommended.
Current state licensure if applicable.

Responsibilities

Performs phlebotomy and collects appropriate specimens from patients as ordered.
Assures pre-authorizations and completes appropriate consent (ABN) prior to collection of limited coverage tests.
Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, equipment records and checklists.
Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all supplies are viable before using for patient collection.
Sends specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house.
Processes incoming orders for lab testing.
Processes in-house and in-coming reports.
Updates and files all daily paperwork, lab logs and maintenance logs.
Properly identifies and bands patients for blood product transfusion.
Processes properly labeled specimens according to local bloodbank policy.
Operates designated laboratory equipment as directed.
Uses equipment effectively, skillfully and efficiently.
Maintains equipment and work area as directed.
Performs waived lab testing under CLIA guidelines for personnel.
Records proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrator, and reagents for waived lab tests.
Complies with regulatory agency standards.
Adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures.
Properly disposes of hazardous materials.
Maintains a clean working environment and restocks the phlebotomy and laboratory area as needed.
Maintains confidentiality of all information related to patients and medical staff.