LAB - PHLEBOTOMIST

Chambers County Public Hospital District No 1•Mont Belvieu, TX

just now•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a PRN role. Work locations may alternate between Mont Belvieu, Anahuac, and Dayton based on business need. Under the direct supervision of a Medical Technologist or MLT, the Phlebotomist will obtain and prepare specimens for analysis and perform various screening tests as indicated. The role is responsible for the collection of venous and capillary blood samples using various techniques (i.e., syringe, heel stick, venipuncture, fingerstick). Responsibilities include receiving, processing, and distributing laboratory specimens, distributing departmental paperwork, and stocking supplies as needed. The Phlebotomist must possess the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical, psychological, educational, safety, and related criteria for all age groups, from infant to geriatric, as it affects phlebotomy. A professional and cooperative working relationship with patients, families, medical staff, and hospital personnel is required. The Phlebotomist must at all times verify patient identification at bedside, provide instructions to patients when needed, and take safety precautions during the handling of specimens and blood collections. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn as required. Tasks assigned by Laboratory Management within the scope of training may include order entry on LIS (CPSI), filing of results, scanning of results to CPSI and ECW, and temperature checks. The role also involves disinfecting work areas and phlebotomy trays, inventory checks on supplies, and filing paperwork according to laboratory procedures, maintaining records for two years. Adherence to Chambers Health appearance standards and maintaining a professional dress code is mandatory. A friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude towards customers, clients, and co-workers is essential, with responsiveness to customer needs. The employee will use the Service Excellence model when interacting with patients, clients, and guests. Commitment to professional growth and competence is demonstrated through adherence to hospital and departmental annual training commitments and participation in mandatory in-services and educational programs. Compliance with all established systems and training programs for a safe environment, Chambers Health standards of operation, and the Chambers Health Business Conduct Policy is required. All records and reports must be maintained to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and codes, including civil rights, age discrimination, and Americans with Disabilities Act.

Requirements

Must be able to work independently with limited supervision.
Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Requires strong organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Obtain and prepare specimen for analysis and perform various screening tests as indicated.
Collection of venous and capillary blood samples using various techniques (i.e., syringe, heel stick, venipuncture, fingerstick).
Receive, process and distribute laboratory specimens, distribute departmental paperwork, and stock supplies as needed.
Provide care based on physical, psychological, educational, safety and related criteria for the infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric population as it affects phlebotomy.
Maintain a professional and cooperative working relationship with patients, patient’s families, medical staff and other hospital personnel.
Verify patient identification at bedside, giving instruction to patients when needed, taking safety precautions during the handling of specimens and blood collections.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required.
Perform tasks as assigned by Laboratory Management within their scope of training such as order entry on LIS (CPSI), filing of results, scanning of results to CPSI and ECW as needed, temperature check and recording.
Disinfecting work area and phlebotomy trays.
Inventory check on phlebotomy and collection supplies.
File all paperwork according to laboratory procedures. Laboratory records are maintained for two years.
Adhere to all Chambers Health appearance standards and always maintain a professional dress while working.
Maintains friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients and co-workers. Is responsive to customer needs.
Uses Service Excellence model when interacting with patients, client, and guests.
Demonstrates commitment to professional growth and competence by adherence to hospital and departmental annual training commitments.
Participates in self-development by attending mandatory in-services and educational programs appropriate to the goals and needs of the department.
Adheres to all established systems and training programs to provide a safe environment.
Maintains compliance with Chambers Health standards of operation. Always adheres to Chambers Health Business Conduct Policy.
Maintains all records and reports to ensure compliance with all local, state and federal regulations and codes.
Maintains compliance with all requirements of Federal, State and local regulations and guidelines including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as amended, and the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended.
Performs other related duties as may be assigned by manager.