Laboratory Phlebotomist / Full-time, 8:30a - 5:00p, Mon - Fri

Laboratory Phlebotomist / Full-time, 8:30a - 5:00p, Mon - Fri

• Understands and applies knowledge of test specimen requirements and utilizes available reference materials to ensure that all required specimens are collected and no omission errors occur; ensures that all phlebotomists are also trained to comply with this requirement.
• Establishes priorities and organizes activities to achieve optimum and efficient results. Completes assigned functions in appropriate time intervals.
• Performs a variety of venipuncture techniques involved in the collection of blood specimens from patients of all ages to obtain samples for laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Confers with patient/parent/guardian to obtain information for laboratory records, explains procedures, allays fears, and elicits cooperation.
• Assures that no sample identification errors occur in the pre-analytical and post-analytical phases of laboratory procedures.
• Understands and provides quality patient care by providing complete and accurate information on all collection materials (Labeling errors during collection are defined as: rejected specimens due to manual misspelling of patient name or rejected specimens due to missing required information).
• Identifies patient and labels specimens according to Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Frisco protocol and policies/procedures.
• Obtains quality blood samples by venipuncture and capillary technique in adequate condition and amount for testing with minimal recollections. Collects blood cultures as well as other specimens.
• Assists in accessioning area. Prepares samples and paperwork for sending samples to reference laboratories.
• Answers telephone. Directs calls and communicates information.
• Maintains patient confidentiality during activities and communications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Graduation from an accredited phlebotomy or medical assistant program preferred. Certification by a recognized phlebotomy accrediting organization ex. ASCP, AMT, ASPT, NAHP is required.
• Experience with Point of Care Testing preferred.
• CPR training required.
• Knowledge of governmental and regulating policies/standards preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to detect color and color changes.