Compassionate Phlebotomist — Hospital Laboratory

UVALDE COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY UVALDE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL; Uvalde (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Employee health plan

Job summary

Uvalde Memorial Hospital in Uvalde, TX is seeking a skilled Phlebotomist to join our Laboratory team. This full-time role supports inpatient and outpatient testing with precise blood collection, specimen labeling, and documentation in the EMR.

You will work Monday through Friday 11:00 am to 7:30 pm, provide compassionate patient care, and collaborate with nurses, physicians, and lab staff to ensure timely, accurate diagnostic results.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Phlebotomy program with minimum 80 hours training.
• Current BLS certification for healthcare providers required.
• CPCT/CCMLA/Phlebotomy Technician certifications preferred; within one year if not certified at hire.
• Six months to one year of hospital-based phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Strong venipuncture skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood, swab, urine, and other specimens from inpatient and outpatient populations.
• Perform venipuncture and other collection techniques while prioritizing patient safety and comfort.
• Identify patients and label specimens at the bedside for accuracy.
• Handle, transport, and assist with processing specimens for timely testing.
• Document specimen collections in the EMR.
• Follow infection prevention, PPE, biohazard, and safety protocols.
• Maintain clean phlebotomy equipment, trays, and work areas.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and laboratory staff.
• Provide courteous, respectful, and compassionate service to patients and families.

Skills

Venipuncture skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork / collaboration

Compassionate patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy program with 80+ hours

BLS certification for healthcare providers

CPCT/CCMLA/Phlebotomy Technician certification preferred

Tools

EMR

Job description

Uvalde Memorial Hospital in Uvalde, TX is seeking a skilled Phlebotomist to join our Laboratory team. This full-time role supports inpatient and outpatient testing with precise blood collection, specimen labeling, and documentation in the EMR.

You will work Monday through Friday 11:00 am to 7:30 pm, provide compassionate patient care, and collaborate with nurses, physicians, and lab staff to ensure timely, accurate diagnostic results.