Phlebotomist

Position Description

Draws blood from patients in correctional hospital facility for analysis or other medical purposes.

Department

Abilene Middleton Unit

Major/Essential Functions

• Performs phlebotomy as required using aseptic techniques.
• Maintains specimen collection containers by monitoring expiration dates.
• Reports abnormal findings or processing errors to the charge nurse.
• Check and ensures that laboratory equipment is properly functioning and maintains a temperature log.
• Properly uses Electronic Medical Record (EMR) to ensure continuity of care.
• Is active in Quality Assurance monitoring for laboratory equipment.
• Orders and maintains laboratory supplies.
• Properly utilizes the collection and preparation of specimens.
• Effectively participates in the overall goals of the Managed Care team.
• Responds to all request in a timely manner as required.
• Support the goal of the unit by attending meetings
• About Managed Care:
• Since 1989, TTUHSC Managed Care has been providing clinical and operational support to correctional facilities throughout West Texas and other regional areas. We serve approximately 30,000 patients utilizing a broad range of comprehensive medical and health services. TTUHSC Managed Care strives to positively impact the lives of our patients, to include many who had no previous access to quality health care. Learn more about TTUHSC Managed Care HERE.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.