Phlebotomy Technician - Correctional Health

Parkland Health

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Correctional Health/ Jail/Lew Sterrett Provides collection of blood specimens from patients and assumes responsibility for processing of specimens, data entry and point of care testing following established standards and practices. Parkland Health, one of the nation’s largest public hospital systems, is dedicated to delivering exceptional care to the Dallas community. A career at Parkland means joining a collaborative, engaged team focused on excellence, innovation, and patient-centered service. Our employees are supported with resources to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact every day.

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma or U.S. equivalent.
Must have completed a formal phlebotomy training course.
May substitute equivalent work experience for formal phlebotomy training course as stated above.
Must have a current Heartsaver CPR course completion card within 90 days of hire and/or placement in job from one of the following:
American Heart Association
American Red Cross Rescuer
Military Training Network.
Must be able to satisfactorily complete 90% of all collections within the 90 day probationary period.
Must be able to maintain accurate records and logs.
Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of a personal computer and be able to learn and efficiently use required software.
Must be able to demonstrate effective organizational skills.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skill in meeting age related and handicapped patients' needs.
Must be able to cooperate with patients, visitors and hospital staff.
Must be able to handle detailed work and maintain a pleasant demeanor while under pressure and stress.
Must have clear speech, normal hearing and good visual acuity.
Must be able to move rapidly from one location to the next.
Must be able to make decisions and solve problems.