Phlebotomy Student Externship
About The Position
A Phlebotomy Externship involves supervised practical experience in a field setting, allowing students to apply their knowledge and skills in a laboratory under the guidance of a qualified professional. This experience aims to provide real-world exposure and enhance clinical skills in areas like successful venipunctures, and patient communication. At Lyon-Martin, you will be working in a clinic that provides gender affirming health care services, and the focus of this externship will be providing gender affirming health care for our patients.
Requirements
- Enrollment in a Graduate Program:Externships are typically part of the curriculum for students pursuing aCPTI certification
- Academic Performance:Strong academic standing anddemonstratedability to learn and apply knowledge.
- Communication Skills:Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and other professionals.
- Professionalism:Commitment to ethical behavior, confidentiality, and adherence to professional standards.
- Phlebotomy Technician (CPT1) students who have successfully completed their National Certification,Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT-1) license exams.All students are required to complete 40 hours and 50 successful venipunctures at one clinical site.
- Culturally sensitive/humble and able to work with a diverse population.
- Interest in or ability to work with high acuity patient population
- Experience working with lesbian, bisexual, transgender, non-binary, gender non-conforming, and intersex clients.
- Experience working with populations with varying disabilities, racial,ethnicand culturalbackgroundsand economic statuses.
- Experience working with clients who do sex work, those experiencing homelessness, people who have challenges with mental illness and/or are using substances, those of with a history of incarceration, people of varying ages.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in English & Spanish or other non-English language.
Responsibilities
- Observation and gradual participation: Begin by observing a licensed CPTI, CPTII, or medical provider
- Data collection & Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including SOAP notes and progress reports.
- Professional Conduct: HIPAA regulations, and Lyon Martin Community Agreements; Demonstrate punctuality and respectful communication.
- Self- Reflection and Feedback: Engage in regular self- assessment and constructive feedback; Set personal goals for growth and track progress throughout the externship.
- Collaboration: Work closely with supervisors and other professionals on the team; Communicate effectively across disciplines to support client outcomes.
- Cultural and Linguistic Sensitivity, Harm-reduction: Demonstrate awareness and respect for diverse cultural backgrounds, communication styles, racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds and economic statuses.
- Communication & Collaboration: Collaborate patient care with other healthcare professionals within the clinic.
- Professional Development: Participate in supervision meetings, attend workshops or seminars, and seek opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Patient Interaction: Provide patient-centered care, establish rapport, and create a positive and supportive therapeutic environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
