Phlebotomist

LABTECH DIAGNOSTICS•Beaumont, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join LABTECH DIAGNOSTICS as a Part-Time Phlebotomist in Silsbee, TX, and immerse yourself in a dynamic healthcare environment that values excellence and customer-focused service. This onsite position offers a unique opportunity to work in various locations, enhancing your skill set while engaging with a diverse patient population. With a competitive pay range of $18 to $20 per hour, this role not only supports your career growth but also rewards your commitment to high performance. As part of an innovative team, you will contribute to vital healthcare processes, making a meaningful impact on patient care. As a Phlebotomist at LABTECH DIAGNOSTICS you will play a crucial role in the healthcare continuum by expertly drawing, collecting, and handling laboratory specimens across all age groups, from newborns to geriatric patients. This dynamic position requires you to provide coverage at multiple locations, where you will work flexible hours and engage with patients courteously, ensuring their comfort throughout the specimen collection process. Adhering to strict HIPAA guidelines and Universal Precautions, you will utilize your communication skills to instruct patients on special collections while performing various procedures such as venipuncture and urinalysis. Your proficiency in data entry and specimen labeling will ensure accuracy and safety in the laboratory, all while maintaining a professional demeanor and appearance.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, customer service-oriented position
Background & Drug Screening Mandatory

Nice To Haves

Completion of a Phlebotomy or Medical Office Assistant course preferred

Responsibilities

Expertly drawing, collecting, and handling laboratory specimens across all age groups, from newborns to geriatric patients
Provide coverage at multiple locations
Work flexible hours
Interact courteously and tactfully with the customer and actively seek his/her opinion
Demonstrate good communication skills in instructing patients on special collections
Follow HIPAA guidelines for confidentiality
Complete assignments in a timely manner
Maintain a professional attitude and personal appearance
Follow all Universal Precautions guidelines
Utilize all safety equipment (gloves, masks, etc.)
Be familiar with Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazard Communications, and Laboratory Safety Manuals
Review the Phlebotomy Manual annually
Follow the procedure for specimen collection: Venipuncture, Capillary sticks (utilize heel-warmers), Urinalysis, Throat Cultures & Strep, Glucose Tolerances, and First Aid
Know how to handle patients with adverse reactions to venipuncture
Computer proficiency for data entry and data accuracy (Life Points)
Register patients and act as the receptionist
Use two identifiers before collecting patient specimens
Assure safety through appropriate specimen labeling
Notify physicians of critical lab results
Clean and organize the phlebotomy area
Stock inventory upon delivery and break down boxes
Perform additional duties as requested by supervisor