Phlebotomist II

University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC); El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC) is seeking a Phlebotomist to collect patient specimens, perform venipuncture and capillary punctures, and process samples for analysis in the hospital laboratory.

The role includes handling telephone requests, instructing clients on specimen collection, and entering test orders from paper requisitions. Waived testing may be performed as requested.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent education required.
• Phlebotomist or Medical Assistant certificate required.
• One year phlebotomy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect patient specimens and perform venipuncture and capillary punctures.
• Process specimens for analysis and enter test orders from paper requisitions.
• Perform waived testing as requested.
• Handle telephone requests or inquiries and provide instructions to clients and patients regarding specimen collection.

Skills

Computer basics

Circulatory system

Medical terminology

Venipuncture technique

Specimen handling

Waived testing

Blood collection

Safety and QA

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomist or Medical Assistant certificate

Job description

Summary

Job Summary: The Phlebotomist collects patient specimens, performs venous and capillary punctures, processes specimens for analysis. Handles telephone request or inquiries, provides instructions to clients and patients regarding specimen collection. Enters test orders from paper requisitions into the Laboratory System. Performs waived testing as requested.

Required Skills

• Basic knowledge in the use of computers.
• Knowledge of circulatory system and blood composition.
• Knowledge and ability to understand medical terminology.
• Ability to apply venipuncture and capillary techniques proficiently.
• Knowledge of processes related to handling, transporting and processing laboratory specimens.
• Knowledge and processes associated with waived testing.
• Knowledge of blood and non-blood specimen collection processes.
• Ability to adhere to safety, quality assurance/control and regulatory applications.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Work Experience

One year of phlebotomy experience preferred.

License/Registration/Certification

None.

Education And Training

High School diploma or equivalent education required. Phlebotomist or Medical Assistant certificate of course completion required.