Phlebotomist- CMC - Casual Appointment - East Texas Treatment Facility
The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD).
- Orders and maintains laboratory supplies and provides input into acquisition of laboratory equipment
- Collects blood using skin (micro) puncture and venipuncture
- Identifies patients according to hospital protocol prior to specimen collection
- Prepares all specimens for transport and testing, including daily lab manifest
- Participates in hospital and clinic collection rounds
- Maintains lab reminders to ensure continuity of care
- Keeps blood drawing trays and equipment clean and well organized
- Adheres to internal controls established for the department
- Maintains appropriate sharps inventory to ensure proper security and medical handling
- Prepares monthly reports
- Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure established for department.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Standard blood sample collection equipment
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- May be exposed to such occupational hazards such as communicable diseases, harmful chemicals, and/or disoriented or combative patients.
- May require travel
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
High school or equivalent
Hourly rate is commensurate with years of relevant work experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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