Lab Assistant I

Valley Baptist Health System; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Career development

Health savings accounts

Employee assistance program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Valley Baptist Health System is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to perform venipuncture, specimen receipt, and distribution of laboratory specimens. You will conduct CLIA waived tests and assist in microbiology processing as needed.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 1 year of lab experience or phlebotomy training; preferred LIS experience and phlebotomy certification where required by state law. This role is based in Harlingen, TX and part of the hospital laboratory team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred: completion of a phlebotomy program.
• 1 year of laboratory experience or completion of a formal phlebotomy training program.
• Basic laboratory computer/LIS experience preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification required where state law requires.
• National phlebotomy certification preferred (ASCP/ANP/APST or similar).

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and specimen receipt; distribute laboratory specimens.
• Perform CLIA waived testing as requested.
• Assist in microbiology processing and plating as needed.
• Register specimens and handle billing related to specimens.

Skills

Phlebotomy techniques

Laboratory procedures

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy program (preferred)

Phlebotomy certification (required where state law requires)

Tools

LIS experience

Job description

Overview

Valley Baptist - Harlingen Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Valley Baptist - Harlingen, 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

Performs routine technical and clerical functions. Performs venipuncture, specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens; will perform CLIA waived laboratory tests, as requested.

Responsibilities

Performs routine technical and clerical functions to include specimen registration and billing. Performs specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens. Performs phlebotomy duties as assigned. Will perform waived testing, and assist in microbiology processing and plating specimens, as requested.

Qualifications

Education

Required: High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred: Completion of a phlebotomy program

Experience

Required: 1 year of laboratory experience and/or completion of a formal phlebotomy training program

Preferred: In addition to above, basic laboratory computer/lab information system experience

Certifications

Required: Phlebotomy certification where State law requires

Preferred: Completion of formal phlebotomy training program and/or national phlebotomy certification through ASCP, ANP, ASPT or similar

Organization Description

We help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Since the early 1920s, Valley Baptist Medical Center hospitals have been involved in the community, caring for the health and spiritual needs of people in the Rio Grande Valley. We are dedicated to continuing our strong tradition of providing quality, compassionate healthcare that puts people first. Our mission is to serve, heal and educate with concern for the whole patient, an understanding of the economic environment and a relentless commitment to quality. Join our team!

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