Phlebotomist / Lab / FT / Varied
UHS
Summary
Under the general supervision of the Phlebotomy Coordinator, the Phlebotomist assumes the responsibility for performing venipunctures, capillary blood specimen collections, point of care testing (POCT), and related procedures under the philosophy, policies and procedures established by the hospital and the Department of Laboratory Services. The Phlebotomist, under the guidance of the Phlebotomy Coordinator, will assist in the training and guidance of phlebotomy students and new employees.
Job description
Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the Phlebotomy Coordinator, the Phlebotomist assumes the responsibility for performing venipunctures, capillary blood specimen collections, point of care testing (POCT), and related procedures under the philosophy, policies and procedures established by the hospital and the Department of Laboratory Services. The Phlebotomist, under the guidance of the Phlebotomy Coordinator, will assist in the training and guidance of phlebotomy students and new employees.
Job Duties / Responsibilities
- Practices the profession of phlebotomy in the area(s) of assigned responsibility according to accepted standards of practice as outlined by the College of American Pathologists (CAP), CLIA '88, Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, and other regulatory agencies as appropriate.
- Participates in and supports a process to measure, assess, and performance improvement in areas of assigned responsibility.
- Performs phlebotomy and waived testing procedures in assigned areas of the laboratory, clinics, outreach facilities, health fairs, and home-bound patient locations optimizing the efficiency and quality of pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical laboratory procedures.
Qualifications
Minimum Education: High school graduation or equivalent required; successful completion of a phlebotomy program preferred.
Minimum Work Experience: One year of full time experience preferred.
Certifications: PBT(ASCP) required or eligible (to be obtained within 12 months of employment). Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire or within 30 days of start date and maintain certification throughout employment. This must be obtained prior to providing patient care. Valid Texas Drivers License with no more than 3 moving violations in the past 3 years.
Requirements
- High school graduation or equivalent required
- Successful completion of a phlebotomy program preferred
- One year of full time experience preferred
- PBT(ASCP) required or eligible (to be obtained within 12 months of employment)
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire or within 30 days of start date
- Valid Texas Drivers License with no more than 3 moving violations in the past 3 years
- Ability to read, write, and converse in English
- Ability to follow instructions, reason, and make appropriate judgments
- Ability to perform computer functions accurately and quickly
- Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, and fingers for skillful, accurate, and precise movements
- Ability to communicate with patients, family, staff, physicians, and others
- Ability to cope with and remain calm under stress
- Ability to perceive similarities and differences in color
- Ability to understand the overall technology, operation, and troubleshooting of moderate and complex instrumentation
- Ability to perform mathematical operations quickly and accurately
- Ability to multi-task productively and accurately
Benefits
- Retention Bonus Program
- Loan Forgiveness Program
- Competitive Compensation
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Student Loan Refinancing
- Career Development
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.