*Laboratory Assistant

Valley Baptist Health System; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life保险

401(k) with employer match

Generous paid time off

Career development and continuing ed.

Health savings accounts

Employee Assistance program

Employee discount program

Job summary

Valley Baptist Health System in Brownsville, TX is seeking a Phlebotomist to join our laboratory team. The role performs venipuncture, specimen receipt, labeling, and basic tests under supervision.

Required: High school diploma or equivalent; preferred phlebotomy program; ability to draw blood within six weeks. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive, faith-based work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Preferred: completion of a phlebotomy program.
• Ability to perform blood draws within six weeks of hire.
• Preferred: 6 months of laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens, labels tubes and specimen containers.
• Collects specimens and performs simple tests under supervision.
• Performs phlebotomist duties as assigned.

Skills

Venipuncture

Specimen handling

Phlebotomy procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of phlebotomy program

Job description

Overview

Valley Baptist - Brownsville 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 - Brownsville, 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

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.

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

Responsibilities

Performs specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens, labels tubes and specimen containers, collects specimens and performs simple tests under supervision. Performs phlebotomist duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Required: High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred: Completion of a phlebotomy program

Experience

Required: Ability to complete blood draws independently within six-weeks of hire

Preferred: 6 months of laboratory experience

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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Education

Required: High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred: Completion of a phlebotomy program

Experience

Required: Ability to complete blood draws independently within six-weeks of hire

Preferred: 6 months of laboratory experience

Performs specimen receipt and distribution of laboratory specimens, labels tubes and specimen containers, collects specimens and performs simple tests under supervision. Performs phlebotomist duties as assigned.