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Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital

Phlebotomist PRN

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeHouston, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • Phlebotomy certification from an accredited agency is required, as required by the state of employment.
  • At least 6 months of work experience performing venipunctures in a laboratory or hospital setting is required.
  • CPR certification is required.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology is required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform blood draws; label and centrifuge specimens; record maintenance data and decontamination; and update patient information.
  • Collect and store specimens according to established procedures.
  • Explain the venipuncture or other specimen-collection process clearly and courteously to patients.
  • Demonstrate proper technique using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
  • Understand physicians' orders.
  • Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes; label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test orders.
  • Check test requisitions or computer labels against scripts for accuracy.
  • Package specimens for transport.
  • Store specimens at required temperatures, place samples in appropriate collection containers or tubes, label them accurately, and follow applicable protocols to maintain specimen integrity during transport.
  • Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
  • Wear appropriate attire, including required personal protective equipment.
  • Attend annual department trainings.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Excellent patient interaction skills in person and by phone.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Teamwork and empathy.
  • Time management.

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