Phlebotomy & Lab Services Technician II

Optum; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic in Houston is seeking a Patient Service Technician II in Lab Services for Upper Kirby. You will perform venipunctures, CLIA waived tests, maintain records, and ensure quality controls in a fast-paced clinical lab.

Requirements include a High School Diploma, BLS within 30 days, 2–3 years phlebotomy experience, and proficiency with Windows-based software. Strong customer service and English communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must obtain BLS within 30 days of employment
• Complete KSC review/skill validation within 90 days of hire
• 2+ years of phlebotomy OR 3+ years related experience with 1+ years of waived testing
• Experience with Windows-based software
• Proven ability to speak, write and understand English
• Proven ability to use related equipment
• Proven ability to practice good customer service principles and practices

Responsibilities

• Perform pediatric and adult venipunctures, finger sticks, heel sticks, and other collection services as ordered by the provider
• Perform CLIA waived testing (i.e. urine dip, pregnancy tests, finger stick blood glucose levels, fecal occult blood tests, rapid influenza tests, finger stick PT/INR, monospots, sed rates, rapid streps) as described in the laboratory procedure manual with minimal/no supervision
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and make available for inspections/audits by Lab Supervisor, Lab Director, Lab Consultant and CLIA Surveyors
• Perform necessary quality controls; participate in proficiency testing program as required
• Maintain lab instruments as indicated by manufacturer recommendations and will follow all safety guidelines in effect

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Customer service

English proficiency

Windows-based software

Medical lab equipment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic in Houston is seeking a Patient Service Technician II in Lab Services for Upper Kirby. You will perform venipunctures, CLIA waived tests, maintain records, and ensure quality controls in a fast-paced clinical lab.

Requirements include a High School Diploma, BLS within 30 days, 2–3 years phlebotomy experience, and proficiency with Windows-based software. Strong customer service and English communication are essential.