Phlebotomy Specialist — Patient Care & Specimens

CHRISTUS Health; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Texarkana, TX seeks a Phlebotomist to perform specimen collection, receiving, and referrals. The role emphasizes adherence to regulatory standards and quality of work across the department.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be fluent in English/Spanish if possible. Prior phlebotomy or related program completion is preferred, with on-call and full-time work schedule noted.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomy including specimen collection and receiving.
• Maintains collection tray and work area in a neat, sanitary condition; restocks as needed.
• Procures supplies for the department in cooperation with team lead.
• Prepares specimens for referral to outside labs and handles related paperwork.
• Operates the laboratory computer system to document specimen info, registration, orders, and lists.
• Performs other related duties as assigned (on-call, inventory, cross-training, etc.).

Skills

Phlebotomy procedures

Bilingual English/Spanish

Medical terminology

Computer data entry

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy/Medical Laboratory/Medical Assistant program including phlebotomy

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Texarkana, TX seeks a Phlebotomist to perform specimen collection, receiving, and referrals. The role emphasizes adherence to regulatory standards and quality of work across the department.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be fluent in English/Spanish if possible. Prior phlebotomy or related program completion is preferred, with on-call and full-time work schedule noted.