Phlebotomist - Houston, United States - Place USA

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Description

Job Title:
Pathology - PatientCare Tech II


Location:
Houston, TX 77030


Job Type: 04 Months Contract


Shift:
The shift will be 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. This is a 10 hour day, so there will be a comp day within the work week.

Duties:
Perform phlebotomy for inpatients and outpatients at Texas Children's Hospital

  • Adhere to hospital and departmental patient identification policies by ensuring to check that the two patient identifiers match on the patient's armband, the labels and requisition prior to performing phlebotomy
  • Interacts with patients and parents to perform phlebotomy procedures following protocols for age appropriate care. Uses appropriate equipment/ supplies, holding techniques, and language and knows maximum blood draw volumes for age and weight of patient.
  • Performs venepuncture, fingerstick, and heelstick phlebotomy procedures including; blood cultures, newborn screens, d
- xylose and glucose tolerances, etc. as written in the Central Receiving and Processing manual

  • Follows standard work processes and one piece flow by transporting (either physically or via the tube station) patient samples to the laboratory immediately after collection; before collecting the next patient. In the NICU unit collect no
more than 3 patients before sending samples to the laboratory via the pneumatic tube; Packages and transports specimens through the pneumatic tube system using the STAT transaction protocol

  • Adheres to all applicable safety policies, including but not limited to changing gloves between patients, good hand hygiene technique, containment of spills and splatters, and proper disposal of lancets, needles, and other contaminated supplies. Keeps collection carts/trays and work area clean and orderly daily to foster a safe working environment according to the written section and safety policies and procedures
  • Maintain Kanban system by using the approved phlebotomy tray or cart and stocking the cart per policy
  • Use pain management techniques (Comfort positioning) while performing phlebotomy in the outpatient setting. Engage the parent in selecting the appropriate position by explaining the patient and/or parent the techniques and how they will make the process beneficial to the patient
  • Performs phlebotomy procedures which includes venipuncture, fingerstick, and heelstick phlebotomy. This also includes blood cultures, newborn screens, and glucose tolerances.
  • Communicates and interacts with patients, families, and staff.
  • Greets parents and patients promptly and courteously, values customers and gives customer the full attention.
  • Demonstrates theoretical and practical knowledge of the procedures and equipment; maintains skills and demonstrates competency via performance, documentation, and observation by supervisory staff.
  • Documents events in the event tracker as events are discovered. Investigates circumstances around the events and documents.

Skills
:
Knowledge of routine laboratory operations and medical terminology.

  • The ability to operate a PC and general office equipment; the ability to use a centrifuge, pneumatic tube system, and sphygmomanometer.
  • Demonstrates good phlebotomy and excellent customer service skills.
There should be a knowledge of routine laboratory operations and medical terminology.


Education:
Required

  • H.S. Diploma or GED
Required

  • 1 year phlebotomist experience
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • 1 (one) year phlebotomist experience required.

Skills:
Required

  • PHLEBOTOMIST

Job Types:
Full-time, Contract


Pay:
$ $22.00 per hour


Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Travel requirement:

  • No travel

Application Question(s):

Education:


  • High school or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:


  • Phlebotomy: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location:
In person
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