Laboratory Assistant II — Phlebotomy & Specimen Handling

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

Job summary

Valley Baptist - Harlingen Hospital is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to perform routine phlebotomy and clerical duties, including specimen receipt and distribution under supervision. This position requires a high school diploma and the ability to collect blood draws after an initial training period.

Preferred candidates may have completed a phlebotomy program and up to six months of laboratory experience. This is a full-time, on-site role with benefits and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: Completion of a phlebotomy program.
• Required: Ability to complete blood draws independently 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy program

Job description

Valley Baptist - Harlingen Hospital is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to perform routine phlebotomy and clerical duties, including specimen receipt and distribution under supervision. This position requires a high school diploma and the ability to collect blood draws after an initial training period.

Preferred candidates may have completed a phlebotomy program and up to six months of laboratory experience. This is a full-time, on-site role with benefits and opportunities for professional