Phlebotomist
Garland, TX US
Job Description
Job Title: Phlebotomist
Pay: $17-$21 an hr | Bi-weekly
Job Type:
- Onsite in Garland, TX
Shift Options:
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M-F 8:30 am - 5 pm
Phlebotomist Overview:
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Under direct supervision, is responsible for the collecting and processing of specimens from patients.
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Follows quality assurance and safety policies and procedures.
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Assists with patient flow as needed.
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Properly identifies patient, draws blood samples and sends to laboratory for analysis.
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Maintains collection areas and equipment and performs record keeping duties.
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Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods and adheres to quality guidelines.
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Performs phlebotomy and collects appropriate specimens from patients as ordered. Assures pre-authorizations and completes appropriate consent (ABN) prior to collection of limited coverage tests.
- Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, equipment records and checklists.
- Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all supplies are viable before using for patient collection.
- Sends specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house.
- Processes incoming orders for lab testing.
- Processes in-house and in-coming reports.
- Updates and files all daily paperwork, lab logs and maintenance logs.
- Properly identifies and bands patients for blood product transfusion. Processes properly labeled specimens according to local blood bank policy.
- Operates designated laboratory equipment as directed.
- Uses equipment effectively, skillfully and efficiently. Maintains equipment and work area as directed.
- Performs waived lab testing under CLIA guidelines for personnel. Records proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrator, and reagents for waived lab tests.
- Complies with regulatory agency standards. Adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures.
- Properly disposes of hazardous materials.
- Maintains a clean working environment and restocks the phlebotomy and laboratory area as needed.
- Maintains confidentially of all information related to patients and medical staff.
Phlebotomist Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- National Phlebotomist Cortication highly desired
- Experience with Oncology patients preferred, not required
Phlebotomist Benefits:
- Benefits are available to full-time employees after 90 days of employment and include health, optical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance.
- A 401(k) with a company match is available for full-time employees with 1 year of service on our eligibility dates.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this position, please apply OR submit your resume to:
Saw Hlaing | shlaing@alinestaffing.com | 412-790-5425