Role OverviewAs a Phlebotomist, you will be responsible for drawing blood samples from patients safely and accurately for testing and research. You will submit samples of blood, urine, or tissue with proper labeling for analysis to the laboratory.
What You Will Do
Your main day-to-day responsibilities will include obtaining blood specimens by venipuncture and/or capillary puncture, instructing patients on proper collection of urine samples, and maintaining a fast and accurate specimen collection turnaround time.
Why It Might Be a Fit
This role requires exceptional customer service skills, as you will be interacting with patients of all ages, cultures, and backgrounds. You will also need to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to Patient Safety Goals as defined by UTSW, TJC, CAP, and other regulatory/accreditation agencies.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- BLS (Basic Life Support) course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC)
- Ability to lift up to 10 pounds
- Requires constant walking
Benefits
- Healthcare
- PTO and paid holidays
- On-site childcare
- Wage, merit increases
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