COLLIN COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH RETARDATION CENTER-posted about 7 hours ago
Full-time • Entry Level
McKinney, TX
501-1,000 employees

This position is tasked with identifying, obtaining, labeling, and properly storing both blood and urine samples from individuals receiving services. The certified phlebotomist will be responsible for obtaining identifying information, record documentation, and monitoring of the individual throughout the entire process while maintaining respectful and professional boundaries. Services will be provided in a culturally competent, trauma-informed, person-centered methods empowering the individual to guide treatment. All contaminated sharps and materials will be disposed of in accordance with applicable laws, standards, regulations, and policies. This position will coordinate laboratory testing services between LifePath Systems and our contracted test performance laboratories. This position will be responsible for ordering, stocking, and maintaining all supplies required for blood draws and urine samples. The certified phlebotomist is responsible for tracking monthly absolute neutrophil count (ANC) lab results, updating the REMS database, maintaining the Clozaril tracker, faxing all lab results to pharmacies, and faxing standing orders to external laboratory blood draw facilities as needed. Certified phlebotomist will routinely review physical spaces (common areas, exits and entrances, office, etc.) for actual or perceived safety concerns that may affect individuals receiving services and other workforce members, and ensure all areas are welcoming. Phlebotomist provides support to the medication distribution center to include receiving, inventory management and distributing medications. Also provides support to the Patient Assistance Program (PAP) to ensure that individuals served can access medications covered under this program. Other duties as assigned. All practices will follow state/federal laws. The certified phlebotomist will always exhibit professional behavioral.

  • Identifying, obtaining, labeling, and properly storing both blood and urine samples
  • Obtaining identifying information, record documentation, and monitoring of the individual
  • Maintaining respectful and professional boundaries
  • Providing services in a culturally competent, trauma-informed, person-centered methods
  • Disposing of all contaminated sharps and materials in accordance with applicable laws, standards, regulations, and policies
  • Coordinating laboratory testing services between LifePath Systems and our contracted test performance laboratories
  • Ordering, stocking, and maintaining all supplies required for blood draws and urine samples
  • Tracking monthly absolute neutrophil count (ANC) lab results
  • Updating the REMS database
  • Maintaining the Clozaril tracker
  • Faxing all lab results to pharmacies
  • Faxing standing orders to external laboratory blood draw facilities as needed
  • Routinely review physical spaces for actual or perceived safety concerns
  • Providing support to the medication distribution center to include receiving, inventory management and distributing medications
  • Providing support to the Patient Assistance Program (PAP)
  • Other duties as assigned
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Phlebotomy Technician certificate/license from The National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), National Health Career Association (NHA), American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or the American Medical Technologists (AMT), preferred and required in some states.
  • One-year experience as a phlebotomist required.
  • Knowledge and understanding of standard blood draw practices and procedures.
  • Strict adherence to safety regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Knowledge and understanding of aseptic and sterilization techniques.
  • Knowledge of trauma-informed care and person-centered recovery.
  • Knowledge of the social services system and the ability to connect individuals with appropriate care.
  • Ability to inspire an environment that provides compassionate care to mentally ill individuals while maintaining confidentiality, respect, and dignity of everyone irrespective of their cultural background and severity of psychopathology.
  • Self-starter who works closely with all team members and takes initiatives in completing tasks.
  • Knowledge of and strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and listening skills.
  • Ability to stand on feet, bend, and move throughout shift.
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