Phlebotomy & Lab Technician II

Baptist Health System; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Employer 401(k) match

Paid time off

Education opportunities

Health savings account

Employee assistance program

Pet insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Baptist Health System is seeking a Laboratory Assistant II to perform phlebotomy, specimen handling, and basic lab support in a hospital setting. You will register specimens, assist with CLIA-waived tests, and help microbiology as needed, under supervision.

We value compassionate team members with strong attention to accuracy, adherence to safety protocols, and the ability to work with diverse patients across all ages. High school diploma required; phlebotomy training and certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a Phlebotomy program preferred.
• One year of laboratory experience or completion of phlebotomy training required.
• Phlebotomy certification where state law requires.
• Certification from ASCP/ANP/ASPT or similar preferred.
• None required for CPR.

Responsibilities

• Performs venous and capillary phlebotomy.
• Maintains specimen integrity and proper labeling.
• Processes blood and body fluids for analyses.
• Tests specimens under supervision per policies.
• Inputs and retrieves data from the laboratory computer system.
• Performs basic clerical functions.
• Assists in stocking and maintaining laboratory supply inventory.
• Assists with training phlebotomists or laboratory students.
• Uses protective equipment and maintains a safe environment.
• Assists in Microbiology processing and plating as requested.
• Is knowledgeable of emergency procedures.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Laboratory procedures

Data entry

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy program completion

Tools

Lab information system

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Baptist Health System is seeking a Laboratory Assistant II to perform phlebotomy, specimen handling, and basic lab support in a hospital setting. You will register specimens, assist with CLIA-waived tests, and help microbiology as needed, under supervision.

We value compassionate team members with strong attention to accuracy, adherence to safety protocols, and the ability to work with diverse patients across all ages. High school diploma required; phlebotomy training and certification preferred.