Phlebotomist

Position

Phlebotomist 3361

Location:

Cedar Park, TX

Schedule:

Mon‑Fri 8am–5pm

Projected duration: 3 months + potential for permanent

Job code: CVDJP

Float position – covers most of the Cedar Park location with occasional labs (no more than an hour drive time).

Requires a clean driving record and reliable transportation.

Benefits are available.

Summary: The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, troubleshooting, training, and making workflow recommendations.

• Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc.
• Collect and store specimens according to established procedures.
• Properly explain in a clear but courteous manner the process of venipuncture (blood drawing) and other specimen collection (e.g., urine or fecal) as required. Demonstrate technique using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
• Fully understand all physician orders.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
• Check all test requisitions or computer labels against the script to ensure 100% correct. Package specimens for transport.
• Store specimen samples according to required temperature, place samples in appropriate collection containers/tubes, accurately label, and follow different procedures outlined by the specific protocol for transport to maintain specimen integrity. Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
• Attend annual department trainings.
• Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state of employment (as required in some states).
• Minimum of 6 months of work experience performing venipunctures in a fast‑paced lab or hospital setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2 years of experience, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric experience.
• Experience with hard sticks and needles.
• Processing skills.
• Detail oriented and good experience.
• Computer skills.
• Data entry and processing abilities.
• Ability to handle a large patient load.