Certified Phlebotomist

Who We Are
JPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation.  The health network employs more than 7,200 people.

Acclaim Multispecialty Group is the medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving JPS Health Network.  Specialties range from primary care to general surgery and trauma. The Acclaim Multispecialty Group formed around a common set of incentives and expectations supporting the operational, financial, and clinical performance
outcomes of the network. Our goal is to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.

Why JPS?
We're more than a hospital.  We're 7,200 of the most dedicated people you could ever meet.  Our goal is to make sure the people of our community get the care they need and deserve.  As community stewards, we abide by three Rules of the Road:

1.  Own it. Everyone who wears the JPS badge contributes to our journey to excellence.
2.  Seek joy. Every day, every shift, we celebrate our patients, smile, and emphasize positivity.
3.  Don't be a jerk. Everyone is treated with courtesy and respect.  Smiling, laughter, compassion - key components of our everyday experience at JPS.

When working here, you're surrounded by passion, diversity, and dedication.  We look forward to meeting you!

For more information, visit www.jpshealthnet.org.
To view all job vacancies, visit www.jpshealthnet.org, www.jpshealthnet.org/careers, or www.teamacclaim.org. 

Job Title:

CERTIFIED PHLEBOTOMIST

Requisition Number:

33231

Employment Type:

Full Time

Division:

CLINICAL/PROF SERVICES - LAB

Compensation Type:

Hourly

Job Category:

Laboratory Services

Hours Worked:

Location:

JPOC 1350

Shift Worked:

Job Description:

Description: The Certified Phlebotomist collects and prepares for transport laboratory samples taken from patients seen in the hospital, ambulatory health centers and clinics.

Typical Duties:

1. Collects specimens by venipuncture and micropuncture on neonates, neonates, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics, using phlebotomy supplies and techniques appropriate to specific patient population and test specifications, accurately preparing specimens for transport.


2. Performs special collection procedures, such as timed tests, including those requiring oral ingestion of prescribed substances, point-of-care testing, accurately preparing specimens for transport.


3. Possesses age-specific knowledge and skills for appropriate interaction with staff members, other Network employees, patients, families, and visitors.


4. Exhibits courteous, respectful, and professional behavior when interacting with patients, families, and staff.


5. Facilitates the collection of specimens by explaining all procedure processes to the patient and/or appropriate family member, care providers, or nursing personnel, and/or other pertinent individuals, prior to initiating the process.


6. Accurately inputs and extracts laboratory information via computer system utilizing the Laboratory and Hospital Information Systems (LIS and HIS) computer functions.


7. Participates in and adheres to Network, Division, and Departmental policies, procedures, Code of Ethics, Compliance, QI/PI, HIPAA, Fire/Safety/Infection Control, Patient Safety, Risk Management activities, established federal, state, and local government and regulatory specifications.


8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience:
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a Phlebotomy Program or equivalent training.

Preferred Education and Experience:
• 6 months experience as a Phlebotomist in a hospital, clinic, doctor's office, etc.

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:
• Certification from a National Registry for Phlebotomists.

Preferred Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification (BCLS).

Location Address: 
1350 S. Main Street
Fort Worth, Texas, 76104
United States