Phlebotomy & Lab Support Technician (Float)

Utmb; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health in Texas is seeking a Lab Assistant I or II for Lab Services - Outreach Lab (Mainland & Galveston Campuses). This open-pooled role handles sample processing and may perform phlebotomy duties as assigned, with responsibilities spanning registration, specimen management, and quality control.

Two years of related experience and a Texas driver’s license are required, with preferred phlebotomy certification.

Qualifications

• Two years related experience.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.
• Phlebotomy course completion or phlebotomy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs the essential duties and competencies in all assignments necessary for 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.
• Assists in maintaining records of inventory, maintenance, and daily quality control.
• Ability to work independently within established guidelines, apply problem-solving skills, meet deadlines and meet urgent patient, provider, and system needs.
• May perform blood collection procedures using skin puncture and venipuncture.
• May be required to utilize company vehicle for business purposes after safety training.
• Reviews and suggests revisions for policies and procedures, as assigned.
• May provide training and assess competency for staff.
• Communicates pertinent information to staff members, management, medical directors and other divisions.
• Available to cover different shifts if requested to guarantee patient care.
• Adheres to all safety protocols in each laboratory area.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Performs related duties as required

Skills

Phlebotomy

Lab procedures

Education

Phlebotomy certification

Phlebotomy course/experience

Job description

UTMB Health in Texas is seeking a Lab Assistant I or II for Lab Services - Outreach Lab (Mainland & Galveston Campuses). This open-pooled role handles sample processing and may perform phlebotomy duties as assigned, with responsibilities spanning registration, specimen management, and quality control.

Two years of related experience and a Texas driver’s license are required, with preferred phlebotomy certification.