Lab Assistant

Tenet Healthcare; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare's North Central Baptist Hospitals is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomist to perform venipuncture, prep specimens, and support routine lab operations in a hospital setting.

The role emphasizes accurate labeling, specimen handling, data entry, and collaboration with lab staff to ensure timely test results and patient safety.

Qualifications

• MINIMUM EDUCATION: High School Graduate or equivalent.
• PREFERRED EDUCATION: Completion of a Phlebotomy program.
• PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Six months of hospital lab assistant - phlebotomy experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs venous and capillary phlebotomy.
• Maintains specimen integrity and proper labeling of tubes/containers.
• Processes blood and other body fluids for analyses.
• Tests specimens under supervision for clinical studies.
• Reports lab results accurately and recognizes abnormal results.
• Inputs and retrieves data from the laboratory computer system.
• Uses and maintains laboratory equipment and safety procedures.
• Addresses patient population-specific needs for blood collection.

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Phlebotomy program (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with North Central Baptist Hospitals hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At North Central Baptist Hospitals, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

The Clinical Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomist performs routine technical and clerical functions. The CLA performs venipuncture - capillary puncture, labels tubes and specimen containers, specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens; may perform CLIA waived laboratory tests. The lab assistant - phlebotomist completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period.

Responsibilities

General Functions:

• Performs venous and capillary phlebotomy
• Maintains specimen integrity and follows proper labeling protocols for specimens’ tubes/containers
• Processes blood and other body fluids for various analyses to be performed by either BHS or reference laboratories.
• Tests specimens, under general supervision, for clinical studies in accordance with established BHS policies and procedures
• Reports lab results accurately and responsively, recognizing abnormal or unexpected results, errors and problems with patient tests.
• Inputs and retrieves data from the laboratory computer system.
• Performs basic clerical functions
• Assists in stocking and maintaining laboratory supply inventory
• Assists with training phlebotomists or laboratory students
• Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
• Maintains safe environment
• Addresses patient population-specific needs obtaining blood specimens for all age groups served.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities.
• Uses, maintains and cleans laboratory equipment and uses protective equipment to protect from exposure to chemicals, radiation and infectious hazards.
• Is knowledgeable of emergency procedures.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION: High School Graduate or equivalent

PREFERRED EDUCATION: Completion of a Phlebotomy program

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Six months of hospital lab assistant - phlebotomy experience

Organization Description

Baptist Health System has more than 120 years history of caring for our community and making a positive difference. Our system of care includes six full-service hospitals, a specialized childrens hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services and the Baptist School of Health Professions. Wherever you go in the Baptist Health System, youll find that we have the same goal to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Join our team!

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