Phlebotomist - Longview Lab - PRN

Christus Health; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Texas is seeking a dedicated Phlebotomist to perform specimen collection and ensure compliance with health standards. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a commitment to professional growth. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to maintain a sanitary work environment. Join a team that values quality service and patient satisfaction.

Qualifications

• One year phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collection and referrals.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Maintain sanitary working conditions.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Completion of a Phlebotomy program

Job description

Description

Summary:

Responsible for performing all the duties of a phlebotomist including specimen collection, specimen receiving, and specimen referrals.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
  
• Ensures that the company philosophy and core values are evident in the service delivered to customers.
  
• Takes responsibility for seeking and achieving professional growth and continued education.
  
• Assures quality of work performed by all associates. Coordinates services to customers in a manner that provides customer satisfaction and cost-efficient operations.
  
• Assures compliance with CAP, JCAHO, OSHA, infection control, safety, and other regulatory standards, including privacy and security of health information (PHI).
  
• Maintains collection tray/container/bag and working area in a neat and sanitary condition & restocks as necessary.
  
• Responsible for procurement of supplies for the department in cooperation with the team lead.
  
• Performs all duties of a phlebotomist; specimen collection, specimen receiving, specimen send-outs.
  
• Prepares specimens for referral to outside labs, including ordering of misc. and misc. referred testing, packaging of specimens, calling of cab, referral paperwork, and the mail system
  
• Performs all patient specimen collections including, but not limited to, venipuncture, capillary collection, urine drug screen collection, skin tests, and blood, throat, and NP cultures.
  
• Ensures that specimen requirements are met at the time of collection and maintain specimen integrity
  
• Demonstrates good communication skills by competently interacting with customers, patients, family members, nurses, physicians, clients, and co-workers.
  
• Operates the laboratory computer system to document specimen information, patient registration, order entry, collection lists, and other assigned tasks.
  
• Performs other related duties as assigned (stand-by/on-call, inventory, special projects, cross-training, etc.).
  
• Completes associate performance evaluations and annual competency assessments in a timely manner.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
  
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Completion of a Phlebotomy; Medical Laboratory; or Medical Assistant program that includes phlebotomy preferred.
  

• Familiar with medical terminology; computer data entry; organizational skills.

  
  

Experience

• One year phlebotomy experience preferred.

  
  

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) is preferred.
• Phlebotomy Tech (PBT) certification or State licensure is required if in Louisiana.

Work Schedule:

PRN

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed