Float Phlebotomist II

Spectraforce Technologies; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies in Houston, TX is seeking a Float Phlebotomist II to support multiple lab locations and perform phlebotomy duties, specimen labeling, and processing. The role emphasizes workflow improvements and adherence to procedures.

Required qualifications include a valid Phlebotomy certification, 2–4 years overall experience, and at least 6 months of venipuncture experience in a fast-paced setting. Orientation will be conducted in Houston, TX, with travel to the area as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid Phlebotomy certification is required where employed.
• Minimum 6 months of venipuncture experience in a fast-paced lab or hospital.
• 2–4 years of overall experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information.
• Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures.
• Explains the venipuncture process clearly and courteously.
• Demonstrates technique with straight and butterfly needles.
• Follows physicians' orders and matches requisitions to tubes.
• Labels, centrifuges, splits, and freezes specimens per test orders.
• Maintains specimen integrity by proper storage and transport procedures.
• Complies with OSHA and DEP regulations; attends annual department training.
• Responds to telephone inquiries and communicates lab results as needed.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Float Phlebotomist II

Work Location

Cardiology Center of Houston 20710 Westheimer PKWY, Katy, TX

Main Lab : 7207 Gessner, Houston, TX 77040

Important Information

• Orientation will be conducted in Houston, TX.
• Candidates should be comfortable traveling to Houston, TX for orientation.

Work Schedule

1st Shift

• Monday - Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
• Friday: 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Position Summary

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

Key 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 (e.g., urine or fecal) as required.
• Demonstrates technique(s) using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
• Fully understands all physicians' orders.
• Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
• Labels, centrifuges, splits, and freezes specimens as required by test orders.
• Checks all test requisitions or computer labels against scripts to ensure 100% accuracy.
• Packages specimens for transport.
• Stores specimen samples according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection containers/tubes, accurately labels specimens, and follows transport protocols to maintain specimen integrity.
• Understands and complies with OSHA and DEP regulations.
• Attends annual department training.
• Answers telephone calls and reads laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where employed, as required in some states.
• Minimum of 6 months of experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2-4 years of overall experience.