STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Phlebotomist (35 Hour)

Recruitment #221101-7597HN-001

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Introduction


Do you have a passion for supporting others? Do you want to make a difference while participating in a dynamic health care environment in the public sector?  If so, then we invite you to apply for this exceptional opportunity! 

ABOUT US

Since 1968, the Connecticut Department of Correction has proudly served and protected the citizens of the State of Connecticut, by daily ensuring the safety, security and order of our 14-correctional facilities in a manner which is widely viewed as a national model. The Department endeavors to provide the programming, education and treatment which willing inmates may utilize to improve themselves and the success of their eventual reintegration into society. Our staff of dedicated correctional professionals takes great PRIDE (Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dignity, Excellence) in the daily performance of their duty to our state.

OUR MISSION

The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction (DOC) shall strive to be a global leader in progressive correctional practices and partnered re-entry initiatives to support responsive evidence-based practices aligned to law-abiding and accountable behaviors. Safe and security shall be a priority component of this responsibility as it pertains to staff, victims, citizens and offenders.

ROLE HIGHLIGHTS

We are seeking highly motivated Phlebotomists (35 Hour) to perform a variety of routine specimen collection and laboratory procedures in a correctional setting in the following facilities: 


These are full time positions for first shift, Monday through Friday from 7:00 am until 2:00 pm. 

Correctional phlebotomists will be directly interacting with the inmate population encouraging compliance with ordered labs, forensic DNA collection, as well as interacting with immune compromised individuals. This unique population requires skills necessary to draw from those with habitual IV drug use and other conditions which will challenge one’s phlebotomy skills. 

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

We take part in a competitive benefits plan which includes:
In addition, the State puts an emphasis on:
  • Providing limitless opportunities;
  • Hiring for diversity and fresh perspectives;
  • Performing meaningful work and;
  • Encouraging a healthy work life balance.

For an inside look at what it's like to Make an ImpaCT from our DOC Healthcare team, check out the video below!

             

Selection Plan

TO APPLY

  • In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on this job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.
  • The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
  • Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.
  • All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AFTER YOU APPLY

  • This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the questionnaire's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.
  • Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.
  • Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.
  • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Benjamin Beaudry at Benjamin.Beaudry@ct.gov.

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

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; knowledge of appropriate blood processing and handling procedures; knowledge of medical terminology; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; keyboard skills; basic math skills; ability to understand and follow specific clinical protocol and procedures; ability to interact courteously and in an understanding manner with patients of all ages; ability to move 30 to 40 pounds to stock supplies and move or support patients; ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions, ability to keep simple records and perform simple arithmetical calculations; ability to utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or a General Educational Development (GED) and one (1) year 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 University of Connecticut Health Center which provides relevant training may be substituted for the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience working with Correctional or Forensic populations;
  • Experience with Electronic Health Records;
  • Experience working in a hospital setting; 
  • Experience working in locked institutional setting;
  • Experience working in a Clinical Laboratory setting.

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Incumbents in this class may be required to lift standard laboratory equipment, trays/boxes of glassware; may be exposed to disease carrying substances and moderately disagreeable conditions.
2. Incumbents in this class must be willing to undergo periodic tests or immunization for communicable diseases.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/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.





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