Phlebotomist
Healthcare Associates of Texas (HCAT) is group of quality-focused primary care providers committed to becoming the premier primary care group in the DFW Metroplex. Our practice started in Irving 26 years ago and now services the needs of patients within 16 locations.
Why Choose HCAT:
Responsibilities included the following but not limited to:
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Attitude:
Required Training and Certifications
Healthcare Associates of Texas is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, as well as to all laws related to terms and conditions of employment.
Healthcare Associates of Texas (HCAT) is group of quality-focused primary care providers committed to becoming the premier primary care group in the DFW Metroplex. Our practice started in Irving 26 years ago and now services the needs of patients within 16 locations.
Why Choose HCAT:
- Competitive Salary
- Health, Dental, & Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401K with company match
Responsibilities included the following but not limited to:
- Arrange daily activities based on urgency of requests for fluid samples
- Identify patients and their personal information using their ID, documents
- or other means
- Determine the right venipuncture method based on patient age, health
- etc.
- Reassure patients and help them relax
- Find veins that are suitable for puncture
- Draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment
- Ensure optimal quality and quantity of samples
- Label samples correctly and send or deliver them for testing
- Answer patient questions and provide useful information
- Keep accurate records on fluid specimens and tests
- Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards while working
- Help with blood transfusions when needed
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Attitude:
- Experience with effective puncture techniques
- Understanding of proper patient identification methods
- Excellent communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to connect with various types of patients (such as children, elderly, pregnant women) and make them feel comfortable
Required Training and Certifications
- Diploma in Phlebotomy or extensive on-the-job training
- Certification is a plus
Healthcare Associates of Texas is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, as well as to all laws related to terms and conditions of employment.