Phlebotomist 6163

The Keystone Distinction Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits available

Job summary

The Keystone Distinction Group is seeking a Phlebotomist for a contract role covering the San Antonio area. The position involves blood draws, labeling, specimen handling, and adherence to lab procedures. Availability Monday-Friday with an 8-hour shift, and a duration of approximately 3 months with potential for permanent placement.

Minimum one year of diagnostic phlebotomy experience is required. Benefits are available, with training and OSHA/DEP compliance emphasized throughout the assignment.

Qualifications

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed.
• Minimum of 6 months' venipuncture experience in a fast paced lab or hospital setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws and properly label specimens.
• Centrifuge specimens, record maintenance data, and decontamination.
• Collect and store specimens according to established procedures; explain venipuncture process to patients.
• Package specimens for transport and ensure proper temperature controls.
• Attend annual department trainings and comply with OSHA/DEP regulations.
• Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Blood draws

Venipuncture

Labeling specimens

Specimen handling

Education

Phlebotomy certification

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This is a contract job opportunity. potential for perm.

Position: Phlebotomist 6163

Location: San Antonio, TX - Float position covering locations within 10-15 mile radius

Schedule: Availability of Monday - Friday 7am-5:30pm (8 hour shift)

Projected duration: 3 months + potential for perm

Job code: CVDJP00036163

benefits are available

At least 1 year of diagnostic phlebotomy experience required

Summary:

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