Certified Phlebotomist

Tejas Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Summary

The Certified Phlebotomist is responsible for using their medical knowledge to take blood samples from patients.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Preparing patients before drawing blood

· Explaining blood draw procedures to patients and answering any questions about the process

· Following all health and safety protocols and procedures to maintain sanitary work areas

· Gathering medical testing materials, including needles, sample vials, blood storage bags and test tubes

· Verifying patient information and labeling blood samples properly

· Accurately updating patient information in the organization’s database

· Helping nervous or frightened patients remain calm during blood draws

· Working with clinical staff and providers

· Answer clinic phone and assist patients over the phone as needed

· Work with teammates for efficient and quality care of patients

· Assist with other clerical duties as required

· Performs all other duties as assigned within the Texas Scope of Practice Guidelines

Required Skills and Abilities

· Ability to successfully draw blood from patients with minimal or no complications

· Empathy and interpersonal skills for working with patients

· Detail-oriented and committed to ensuring patient confidentiality

· Excellent motor skills and the ability to stand for long periods of time

· Advanced written and verbal communication skills

· Data entry and computer skills

· Strong attention to detail

· Able to understand and follow directions

· Capable of communicating effectively with patients and the health care team, including the ability to explain providers’ instructions to patients

· Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and health care team

· Must respect the confidential nature of medical information

· Working knowledge of standard concepts, practices and procedures

· Capable of following established departmental procedures

· Able to work efficiently and cope with emergency situations

· Capable of using experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals

· Good computer skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office

· Able to read and interpret documents such as charts, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

· Professional manner and appearance

· Emotional and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position

· Ability to stand for long periods of time

Education and Experience

• Requires a minimum of a high school diploma and completion Professional certification in phlebotomy from a recognized program

• 6 months to 2 years of experience as a Phlebotomist, preferred

• Able to speak, read and write Spanish, preferred

Special Requirements

The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. This position requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye/hand coordination; sitting, standing and walking for extensive periods of time; working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours; and frequent exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment. The Employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to work with a moderate noise level in the work environment is also required.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Phlebotomists: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (Preferred)

Work Location: One location