Phlebotomist (35 Hour)

Introduction The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction (DOC), is currently recruiting Phlebotomists (35 hour) to perform routine specimen collection and laboratory procedures in a correctional healthcare environment. This recruitment may be used to fill vacancies across the state’s 14 correctional facilities as openings arise. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Position Highlights Perform routine specimen collections and basic laboratory procedures Interact directly with the inmate population Encouraging compliance with ordered labs and forensic DNA collection; Interacting with immune compromised individuals. Other duties as assigned. This unique population requires skills necessary to draw from those with habitual IV drug use and other conditions. These positions are full-time, Monday through Friday, 35 hours per week. The position assignments can be for any unit/location and work schedule/shift as follows: York Correctional Institution, East Lyme CT 1st Shift, Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM- 2:00 PM 2nd Shift, Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM–10:00 PM MacDougall-Walker Correctional Institution, Suffield CT 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–2:00 PM Hartford Correctional Center, Hartford CT 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–2:30 PM 2nd Shift, Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM–9:00 PM Osborn Correctional Institution, Somers, CT 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–2:00 PM Bridgeport Correctional Center, Bridgeport CT 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM 2nd Shift, Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM-10:00 PM Cheshire Correctional Institution - Cheshire, CT/Manson Youth Institution - Cheshire, CT 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–2:00 PM Corrigan Correctional Center - Montville, CT /Brooklyn Corrections Institution - Brooklyn CT 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM Carl Robinson Correctional Institution - Enfield, CT/ Willard-Cybulski Correctional Institution - Enfield, CT 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–2:30 PM Garner Correctional Institution - Newtown, CT 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–2:00 PM New Haven Correctional Center - New Haven, CT 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–2:00 PM Purpose of Job Class In a Department of Correction facility this class is accountable for independently performing a variety of venipuncture techniques, collecting and preparing specimens from patients and providing related administrative laboratory support. Examples of Duties Performs a variety of routine blood draws from patients including venipuncture, heel sticks and finger sticks using standard equipment; Collects non-blood specimens such as urine, sputum and throat swabs for laboratory testing; Accessions specimens utilizing standard procedures for positive patient identification and records appropriate collection information in accordance with established protocol; Performs various quality control procedures to maintain compliance with internal and regulatory requirements; Provides clerical support such as, collecting co-pays, answering telephone calls, answering general questions concerning test orders and collections, taking messages or triages calls; Prepares test order forms and record entries in the reference laboratory log (computerized or handwritten); Maintains compliance with laboratory policies, procedures and safety practices; Contributes to the general laboratory functions and institutional needs; Attends in-service training as required; Maintains inventory and stocks/restocks supplies; Performs related duties as required. Knowledge, Skill and Ability Knowledge of standard phlebotomy procedures and techniques; appropriate blood processing and handling procedures; medical terminology; Skills interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; keyboard skills; basic math skills; Ability to understand and follow specific clinical protocol and procedures; interact courteously and in an understanding manner with patients of all ages; move 30 to 40 pounds to stock supplies and move or support patients; understand and carry out written and oral instructions; keep simple records and perform simple arithmetical calculations; utilize computer software. Minimum Qualifications - General Experience One (1) year of experience as a phlebotomist in a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulated laboratory within the last five (5) years. Minimum Qualifications - Substitutions Allowed Certification as a Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or an organization acceptable to the Department of Correction which provides relevant training may be substituted for the General Experience. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with Correctional or Forensic populations; Experience working with Electronic Health Records; Experience working in a hospital setting; Experience working in a locked institutional setting; Experience working in a Clinical Laboratory setting. Special Requirements Incumbents may be required to possess a high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification. Working Conditions Incumbents in this class must be willing to undergo periodic tests or immunization for communicable diseases; Incumbents in this class may be required to lift standard laboratory equipment, trays/boxes of glassware; Incumbents in this class may be exposed to disease carrying substances and moderately disagreeable conditions. Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr