Phlebotomist

Support our clinical team by providing high-quality specimen collection, laboratory testing, and exceptional patient care. If you have strong phlebotomy skills, enjoy working directly with patients, and want to make a meaningful impact on community health, this is your opportunity to serve the residents of Galveston County. Ready to grow your healthcare career and make a difference every day?

We offer a career with fantastic benefits, including:

• Amazing retirement package to help secure your future
• Affordable medical insurance for you and your family
• Generous paid time off so you can recharge
• FREE life insurance & long-term disability for peace of mind
• FREE parking because the little things matter too!

• Collect blood samples using venipuncture, finger stick, and other approved collection techniques
• Accurately identify patients and verify laboratory orders in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Prepare, label, and process specimens for in-house and outside reference laboratory testing
• Perform authorized in-house laboratory testing and accurately document results in the EMR
• Review laboratory orders and ensure appropriate collection materials and techniques are used
• Identify and report discrepancies to the appropriate supervisor and ordering provider
• Follow established protocols for specimen handling, processing, and storage
• Participate in quality assurance monitoring and maintain required laboratory logs
• Perform preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment and maintain a clean, safe work environment
• Follow infection control procedures and properly dispose of biohazard waste
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, CLIA, Joint Commission, and applicable clinic requirements
• Provide positive, professional, and proactive customer service to patients and team members
• Rotate between clinic locations as needed
• Complete required training and job-specific competencies
• Perform other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of phlebotomy experience or Phlebotomy certification
• Knowledge of phlebotomy techniques, specimen processing, and laboratory equipment, including centrifuge use and maintenance
• CPR/Heartsaver certification or ability to successfully complete certification within 6 months of employment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office
• Ability to work evenings and Saturday clinics on a rotating basis
• Valid Texas driver’s license (or ability to obtain) and reliable transportation
• Ability to travel/rotate between clinic locations
• Must comply with GCHD immunization policy andICS training requirements
• Must pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol screening

• Phlebotomy certification
• Bilingual in Spanish
• Additional job-related training or certifications
• Experience working with electronic medical records (EMR)
• Previous experience in a clinical or laboratory setting

Equivalent education and experience may be considered.

Final date to receive applications:
Open Until Filled

No phone calls please

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