Entry-Level Phlebotomist: Precise Blood Draws & Lab Support

Mindlance; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Mindlance in the United States is seeking a Phlebotomist to assist with blood collection, specimen labeling, and processing in a fast-paced clinical setting. You will perform venipuncture under supervision and support troubleshooting and workflow improvements.

The role requires a phlebotomy certification and at least six months of venipuncture experience, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and a high school diploma or GED. Commitment to patient care and OSHA regulations is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required in some states.
• Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Venipuncture experience

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Mindlance in the United States is seeking a Phlebotomist to assist with blood collection, specimen labeling, and processing in a fast-paced clinical setting. You will perform venipuncture under supervision and support troubleshooting and workflow improvements.

The role requires a phlebotomy certification and at least six months of venipuncture experience, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and a high school diploma or GED. Commitment to patient care and OSHA regulations is essential.