Phlebotomist and Specimen Collector

pTribal Diagnostics is searching for a part time Phlebotomist in the NW Houston area.nbsp; The hours are Monday and Tuesday from 8am - 2pm and Thursday from 8am - 1pm.nbsp;nbsp;/p pspan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"strongemJob Summary:/em/strong/span/span/p pspan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"span style="font-size:11pt;"The Phlebotomist and Specimen Collector holds a vital role within healthcare settings, responsible for the precise collection of blood, urine, and saliva samples from patients. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of specimens used for diagnostic testing. By following established protocols and maintaining strict safety and quality standards, the Phlebotomist and Specimen Collector contribute to the provision of accurate healthcare information, ultimately aiding in patient diagnosis and treatment. Strong communication skills and patient-centered care are fundamental to this role, as is a commitment to confidentiality and ethical practices./span/span/span/p pnbsp;/p pspan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="background-color:#ffffff;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"strongemspan style="color:#2d2d2d;"Duties/Responsibilities/span/em/strong/span/span/span/p ul lispan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="background-color:#ffffff;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"span style="font-size:11pt;"Perform venipuncture and capillary punctures on patients of all ages using aseptic techniques./span/span/span/span/li lispan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="background-color:#ffffff;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"span style="font-size:11pt;"Ensure proper patient identification and specimen labeling for blood samples./span/span/span/span/li lispan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="background-color:#ffffff;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"span style="font-size:11pt;"Collect urine specimens following established protocols, ensuring proper labeling and documentation./span/span/span/span/li lispan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="background-color:#ffffff;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"span style="font-size:11pt;"Instruct patients on the collection process and provide necessary containers./span/span/span/span/li lispan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="background-color:#ffffff;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"span style="font-size:11pt;"Collect saliva samples using swabs or other approved methods with attention to accuracy and patient comfort./span/span/span/span/li lispan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="background-color:#ffffff;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"span style="font-size:11pt;"Educate patients on proper saliva sample collection procedures./span/span/span/span/li lispan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="background-color:#ffffff;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"span style="font-size:11pt;"Greet patients warmly, explain specimen collection procedures, and address any concerns./span/span/span/span/li lispan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="background-color:#ffffff;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"span style="font-size:11pt;"Provide exceptional customer service, ensuring patients#39; comfort and well-being during the collection process./span/span/span/span/li lispan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="background-color:#ffffff;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"span style="font-size:11pt;"Process and prepare collected specimens for laboratory testing, ensuring proper storage and transportation./span/span/span/span/li lispan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="background-color:#ffffff;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"span style="font-size:11pt;"Follow safety protocols, infection control measures, and relevant regulations to ensure patient and staff safety./span/span/span/span/li lispan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="background-color:#ffffff;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"span style="font-size:11pt;"Maintain confidentiality of patient information and records./span/span/span/span/li lispan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="background-color:#ffffff;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"span style="font-size:11pt;"Accurately document patient information, collection details, and test requisitions for all collected specimens./span/span/span/span/li lispan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="background-color:#ffffff;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"span style="font-size:11pt;"span style="color:#000000;"Process referrals and complete Prior Authorizations when needed.nbsp;/span/span/span/span/span/li lispan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="background-color:#ffffff;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"span style="font-size:11pt;"span style="color:#000000;"Follow up on missing or incorrect information so patients receive the right reimbursement from insurance companies./span/span/span/span/span/li lispan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="background-color:#ffffff;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"span style="font-size:11pt;"Perform routine maintenance of phlebotomy and specimen collection equipment./span/span/span/span/li lispan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="background-color:#ffffff;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"span style="font-size:11pt;"Report equipment issues promptly for repairs./span/span/span/span/li lispan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="background-color:#ffffff;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"span style="font-size:11pt;"Clean restrooms and take out trash as needed. /span/span/span/span/li liSuccessfully participates in and supports the Tribal Diagnostics compliance program and initiatives/li lispan style="font-size:12pt;"span style="background-color:#ffffff;"span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;"span style="font-size:11pt;"All other duties as assigned. /span/span/span/span/li /ul