Phlebotomist 5828

Job Juncture; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage expenses paid

Job summary

Job Juncture is seeking a phlebotomist for a contract role in the Katy, TX area. The position involves performing blood draws, labeling specimens, and ensuring proper specimen handling while supporting various lab tasks.

The role requires a valid phlebotomy certification, at least 6 months of venipuncture experience, and reliable transportation. A mileage stipend is provided, with potential for a permanent placement.

Qualifications

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where employed.
• Minimum 6 months' experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience overall.

Responsibilities

• Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination.
• Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures.
• Explain venipuncture process clearly and courteously.
• Demonstrate technique using straight needles and butterfly needles.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
• Package specimens for transport.
• Store specimen samples and maintain proper temperatures.
• Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
• Attend annual department trainings.
• Answer telephone calls and relay laboratory results.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Lab procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This is a contract job opportunity. potential for perm

Schedule: Must be available 730AM-7PM (BETWEEN THESE HOURS) M-F

Projected duration: 3 month contract + potential for perm

Job code:CVDJP00035828

benefits are available

This is a float job. Will be floating to locations in the area. Mileage expenses paid.

Requires a clean driving record and reliable transportation.

minimum 2 years of experience

requires experience with pediatrics, geriatrics and all ages

The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, trouble shooting, training and making work flow recommendations.

Position Responsibilities:Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc. Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures. Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required. Demonstrate technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles. Fully understand all of the physicians' orders.Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes. Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order. Check all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct. Package specimens for transport. Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/ tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific to protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen. Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations. Attend annual department trainings. Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

Minimum Qualifications:Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed as required in some states. Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast paced lab or hospital setting. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

High School Diploma or GED

minimum 2 years of experience