Phlebotomist

CHI; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Phlebotomist to join their team at The Woodlands Hospital. This role involves performing blood collection and specimen processing, ensuring efficient turnaround times while providing excellent customer service. You will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness in the phlebotomy area and assisting with training under supervision. If you have a passion for patient care and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity could be a perfect fit for you. Join a team that values HumanKindness and teamwork, making a real difference in patients' lives every day.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required with a phlebotomy certificate preferred.
• 3 months of phlebotomy experience in an acute care facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood collection and specimen processing while maintaining turnaround time.
• Assist with clerical duties and maintain cleanliness of phlebotomy stations.

Skills

Blood Collection

Specimen Processing

Customer Service

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Phlebotomy Equipment

Job description

Overview

The Woodlands Hospital is a primary and secondary care hospital serving North Harris and Montgomery counties. Clinical services include cardiovascular services, diagnostic imaging, women’s services (digital mammography and bone density studies), neurosciences, pediatric care (Newborn and Level II nurseries), surgery, pathology, pulmonary services, and sleep disorders. Clinical affiliations include The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center’s Radiation Treatment Center and Texas Children’s Hospital.

Responsibilities

Job Summary / Purpose

Performs blood collection and specimen processing. Assists with clerical duties as requested. Maintains laboratory collection turnaround time. Performs specimen processing.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

1. Practices positive patient identification at all times, in all job functions.
2. Practices HumanKindness and courtesy with all patient and co-worker interactions. Establishes and maintains good communication within the department and with other hospital departments.
3. Compliance with isolation and hand sanitization procedures.
4. Follows blood collection procedures, performs venous and capillary punctures on all age groups of inpatient and outpatient populations. Utilizes appropriate collection techniques to obtain quality samples and adheres to appropriate volume requirements.
5. Performs Blood Bank collections. Follows written collection and Blood Bank banding procedures. Demonstrates accuracy and good penmanship. Adheres to specimen requirements.
6. Maintains order and cleanliness of phlebotomy trays, stations, and storage rooms.
7. Maintains laboratory turnaround time, prioritizes work activities. Organizes draw requests to assure efficiency and turnaround time requirements are met.
8. Assists with phlebotomy training under the direction of the supervisor and/or coordinator.
9. Specimen processing/intake and distribution to testing areas of the laboratory.
10. Uses good judgment when problem-solving and requests help when needed.
11. Takes responsibility for the department workflow, assists all members of the team to maintain department workflow and efficiency. Creates an atmosphere by manner, work, and deed that fosters teamwork and collaboration.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience: High School diploma

Required Licensure and Certifications:

California: PHLEB:CA

Nevada: PHLEB:NV

Washington: MAP:WA

Other states not required

All states: BLS-CPR within 90 days

Preferred Certification: Phlebotomy certificate

Preferred Experience: 3 months phlebotomy in an acute care facility

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training: Excellent customer service and time management skills