Nutrition and Food Sciences Student Assistant IV/Phlebotomist

Phlebotomist will be responsible for assisting researchers with data collection to include blood samples. Work is performed under the protocol and supervision of researchers.

Reports to: Derek Miketinas, Ph.D., Nutrition and Food Sciences-Houston; and Wayne Brewer, Ph.D., Physical Therapy-Houston.

Supervises: No supervisory responsibilities

Essential Duties:

• Obtains blood and laboratory specimens from research participants of all ages, using venipuncture and capillary collections methods.
• Processes laboratory specimens according to protocol including by centrifugation and separation.
• Provides for the security and privacy of all research participants and privileged information for ensuring research participants' right to privacy.
• Displays an attitude of caring and courtesy toward all research participants as appropriate, by treating them as customers, greeting them with a smile, referring to them by name, responding quickly to their needs, maintaining confidentiality and treating them at all times with dignity and respect.
• Demonstrates knowledge of safety collection devices and follows universal precautions.
• Adheres to organization and governmental standards, rules and regulations.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of Phlebotomist certification required.

Experience

• Experience placing IV catheter safely and efficiently.
• Preferred: experience as a phlebotomist, nurse, paramedic, emergency medical technician, or related discipline.

Requirement

• Reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.
• Time commitment: 1-5 hours per subject(s) visit

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - The following are essential:

• Knowledge of blood drawing techniques.
• Knowledge to safeguard patient privacy.
• Skills in interpersonal communication.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff and the public.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and charts
• Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing.

Ability to represent the department and University in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner