Phlebotomist - Houston, Tx (A10131)

ARBOR DIAGNOSTICS INC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Arbor Diagnostics is seeking a Phlebotomist to provide field coverage for all In-Office Phlebotomists and Patient Service Centers in assigned areas, including Houston. You will collect samples from pediatric through geriatric patients, ensure specimen integrity by following laboratory procedures for collection, handling, and processing, and enter patient data into an electronic lab information system.

Hours Monday through Thursday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm; Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with approximately

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Follows laboratory procedures for specimen collection and handling.
• Retrieves blood from patients while providing excellent customer service.
• Enters patient data accurately into an electronic lab information system or manually.
• Identifies patient data and accurately labels specimens.
• Packs and prepares samples for specimen shipment and/or transport.
• Communicates efficiently and timely with leadership to address and report all issues observed in the field.
• Has availability for approximately 10% travel.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Time management

Stress tolerance

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Houston, Tx (A10131) - houston, TX

Education Level: High School

Job Shift: Day

Arbor-Women’s Health Elevated is the largest privately owned, exclusively focused, full-service women’s health diagnostics company in the U.S., featuring a broad and growing portfolio of products. We are elevating women's health and creating novel technology-based solutions that allow healthcare providers to devote more time to their patients. Diagnostics services include anatomic pathology, clinical pathology, cytopathology, molecular pathology, microbiology, and genetic testing. Arbor is uniquely positioned to develop services and solutions tailored to meet the needs of a women’s health practice. Every solution is created to uniquely support women’s health providers and their patients. Learn More at www.arbordiagnostics.org.

Job Summary

This position provides phlebotomy coverage for field services including all In-Office Phlebotomists and Patient Service Centers in assigned areas. This role provides collects samples from all patients: pediatric through geriatric. Additionally, this role ensures specimen integrity by adhering to the laboratory’s procedures for specimen collection, handling, and processing.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Follows laboratory procedures for specimen collection and handling.
• Retrieves blood from patients while providing excellent customer service.
• Enters patient data accurately into an electronic lab information system or manually.
• Identifies patient data and accurately labels specimens.
• Performs functions appropriately and uses time management skills to achieve departmental goals.
• Follows all established guidelines and adheres to company policies and procedures.
• Packs and prepares samples for specimen shipment and/or transport.
• Communicates efficiently and timely with leadership to address and report all issues observed in the field.
• Has availability for approximately 10% travel.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Monday thru Thursday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm; Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

QualificationsRequired Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and stressful environment.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma, or equivalent required.
• 2 years of full-time phlebotomy experience required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to alternate between standing, sitting, and walking.
• Frequent use of hands.
• Must be able to talk and hear.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

It is the policy of Arbor Diagnostics to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.