Phlebotomy & Lab Processing Specialist

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health) is seeking a Laboratory Assistant II to support sample processing and perform phlebotomy duties as needed within Laboratory Services. The role requires basic lab skills, attention to quality control, and the ability to work independently to ensure timely processing of specimens.

Minimum qualifications include two years related experience and a valid Texas driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Phlebotomy course or experience with Phlebotomy or clinical specimen processing preferred.
• Two (2) years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs the essential duties and competencies in phlebotomy or other clinical related duties.
• Performs computer functions necessary for patient registration, blood collection, and specimen management.
• Determines acceptability of patient samples.
• Prepares, stores, and transfers samples for testing.
• Performs quality control procedures on equipment.
• Maintains records of inventory, maintenance, and daily quality control.
• Work independently within established guidelines and meet deadlines.
• May perform blood collection procedures using skin puncture and venipuncture.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen handling

Medical terminology

Education

Phlebotomy course

Two years related experience

Job description

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health) is seeking a Laboratory Assistant II to support sample processing and perform phlebotomy duties as needed within Laboratory Services. The role requires basic lab skills, attention to quality control, and the ability to work independently to ensure timely processing of specimens.

Minimum qualifications include two years related experience and a valid Texas driver’s license.