Phlebotomist PRN

Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital•Houston, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The team at Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is both passionate about quality behavioral healthcare and compassionate about those we serve. We recognize that emotional, behavioral and chemical dependency problems can affect all areas of a person's life. Our individual mental health treatment programs are tailored to address each person's unique problems and needs. If you are a team player, reliable candidate, and passionate helping others, please see our open opportunity. Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is currently recruiting a skilled and experienced Phlebotomist, PRN Phlebotomist, (6:30am-2:30pm), join our team of healthcare professionals. As a Phlebotomist, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of patients and make a difference in their well-being.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Phlebotomy certification from an accredited agency, for the state employed as required by state
Minimum of 6 months work experience performing venipunctures in a lab or hospital setting
CPR certification
Knowledge of medical terminology

Nice To Haves

Excellent patient interaction skills both in person and by phone.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
Team player and Empathy
Time Management

Responsibilities

Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc.
Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures
Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required
Demonstrate technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles
Fully understand all of the physicians' orders
Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes; label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order
Checks all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct
Package specimens for transport
Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/ tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen.
Understands and complies with OSHA and DEP regulations
Wears appropriate attire including all PPE
Attend annual department trainings
Other duties as assigned