Phlebotomist

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time off benefits

401(k) matching

Education support

Discounts and other programs

Job summary

HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland is seeking a Phlebotomist to join the team in Texas City. Under supervision, you will collect venous and capillary blood samples, prepare specimens for analysis, and ensure accurate patient identification and safety throughout the collection process.

The role requires collaboration with medical staff and swift, accurate handling of specimens. The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in a clinical/phlebotomy setting, strong phlebotomy skills, excellent communication, and

Qualifications

• Two to three years of experience in a clinical/phlebotomy setting.
• Proficient in phlebotomy techniques including venipunctures and capillary sticks.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and be detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and prepare specimens for analysis and perform various screening tests as indicated.
• Collect venous and capillary blood samples using syringes, heel sticks, venipunctures, and finger sticks.
• Receive, process and distribute laboratory specimens and paperwork; stock supplies as needed.
• Maintain patient identification and safety procedures; use PPE as required.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Communication

Multi-tasking

Detail oriented

Education

Certificate in Phlebotomy

BCLS Certification

Job description

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Phlebotomist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Under the direct supervision of the Phlebotomy/Lab Supervisor, he/she will obtain and prepare specimens for analysis and perform various screening tests as indicated. He/she is responsible for the collection of venous and capillary blood samples using various techniques (i.e. syringe, heel stick, venipunctures, finger (stick). Receive, process and distribute laboratory specimens, distribute departmental paperwork, and stock supplies as needed. Employee will be responsible for the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical, psychological, educational, safety and related criteria for the neonate, infant child, adolescent, adult and geriatric population as it affects Phlebotomy. He/she will be required to maintain a professional and cooperative working relationship with patients, patients’ families, medical staff, and other hospital personnel. He/she must at all times verify patient identification at bedside, giving instructions to patients when needed, taking safety precautions during the handling of specimens and blood collections. He/she must wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required. He/she will perform tasks as assigned by the Supervisor within their scope of training.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Kingwood Medical Center reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Work Experience:

Two to three years experience in a clinical/ phlebotomy setting preferred.

Skills:

Proficient in phlebotomy technique, including venipunctures and capillary sticks

Excellent verbal communication skills

Must be able to multi-task and be detailed oriented

Must be able to perform skills efficiently and accurately

License Registration Certification:

Certificate in Phlebotomy preferred or equivalent experience preferred

BCLS certification required from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Benefits

HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services

• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services

• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence

• Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling

• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing

• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/hca-houston-healthcare-mainland) , a campus of HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake , has been serving Texas City, Texas for more than 60 years - bringing compassionate, "patients first" care into Galveston County and the surrounding communities. Since being founded in 1952, HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland has grown from a 90-bed hospital to a 220+ bed acute care facility offering quality care with premium services. That growth is a reflection of the changing needs of our community and patients, as well as rapidly advancing medical technology. Our highly skilled staff and specialized physicians provide service excellence to all of our patients. Our services include inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and specialty services. We are a Level IV Trauma Center and a Primary Stroke Center. Together, we offer a complete range of specialized health programs to improve the health of our community. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

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HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

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