Bilingual Phlebotomist | Blood Collection Specialist

DHR Health; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

DHR Health in McAllen, TX is seeking a Phlebotomist to draw blood samples for laboratory analysis and patient care. You will perform venous, arterial, and capillary draws on adult and pediatric patients, following policy to ensure accuracy and safety.

The role requires a high school diploma, completion of phlebotomy training or certification when possible, and bilingual English/Spanish communication. Some evening/weekend hours may be required, with a strong focus on patient comfort and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Completion of Phlebotomy Training program and/or nationally recognized certification as a Phlebotomy Technician preferred
• Good written and verbal communication skills required
• Some evening or weekend work will be required
• Bilingual – English/Spanish

Responsibilities

• Promotes the facility mission, vision and values by effectively communicating them to others.
• Able to perform venous, arterial, capillary draws on adult and pediatric/neonatal patients as per procedure and without supervision.
• Identifies patients and labels all tubes, as per policy, without mislabeling
• Draws the correct amount and in the correct tubes/preserves specimens as needed to minimize redraws
• Draws and delivers blood to the lab in a timely manner
• Follows through on collections that have been re-scheduled
• Responds to patient codes as necessary.
• Selects appropriate type of needle based on patient’s physical needs and/or age
• Selects appropriate site. Rarely uses superficial veins
• Wears gloves and washes hands as per policy / Follows isolation procedures
• Uses correct order of draw and releases tourniquet after 1 minute.
• Minimizes rejection of specimens due to hemolysis, clotting, inadequate filling, wrong skin prep, etc
• No more than 3 complaints/year injury to the patient, i.e. hematoma, swelling, leaving tourniquet on, or leaving supplies in the room.
• Attends all mandatory in-services.
• Dresses in a manner that expresses professionalism.
• Committed to providing the highest quality of service and meeting our customers’ needs with utmost care and courtesy.
• Listens attentively to our customers in order to fully understand their needs and to deliver all messages with courtesy, clarity, and care. (i.e. giving directions, information, education)
• Recognizes that our customers’ time is valuable. Provides timely service.
• Treats all information as confidential. Does not discuss patient affair matters where the information may be overheard. Ensures our patient’s right to privacy and modesty by creating and maintaining a secure and trusting environment.
• Maintains a clean, organized and safe environment.
• Exhibits a sense of ownership toward the organization and your job.
• Compliant with lab and hospital policies, including parking in designated places.
• Performs QC as specified and verifies acceptable levels before reporting patient results.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual – English/Spanish

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy Training Program / Certification

Job description

DHR Health in McAllen, TX is seeking a Phlebotomist to draw blood samples for laboratory analysis and patient care. You will perform venous, arterial, and capillary draws on adult and pediatric patients, following policy to ensure accuracy and safety.

The role requires a high school diploma, completion of phlebotomy training or certification when possible, and bilingual English/Spanish communication. Some evening/weekend hours may be required, with a strong focus on patient comfort and