Phlebotomist Sr.- Dallas Presby

The US Oncology Network•Dallas, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Oncology is looking for a Phlebotomist to join their team at the Dallas Presbyterian location. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm, with no weekends, call, or major holidays. The position can be filled at Level 1, 2, or Sr. based on candidate experience. Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country, with approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. They are committed to making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing patients to fight cancer at home with the support of family and friends. Their mission is to use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help patients achieve "More breakthroughs. More victories."® in their fight against cancer. Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer annually.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Licensure from an accredited school of phlebotomy recommended.
Current state licensure if applicable.
Position requires five or more years of experience (for Sr. level).

Nice To Haves

Position is entry level and requires no experience (for Level 1).
Position requires three years of experience (for Level 2).

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.