Phlebotomy Technician: Patient‑Centered Lab Specialist

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

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Texarkana is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform specimen collection, receiving, and referrals. The role requires attention to specimen integrity, accurate data entry, and collaboration with nurses and physicians.

Responsibilities include packaging referrals, maintaining a clean work area, and ensuring compliance with CAP/JCAHO/OSHA standards. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred; a phlebotomy program and CPT certification are advantageous.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Completion of a Phlebotomy; Medical Laboratory; or Medical Assistant program that includes phlebotomy preferred.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties of a phlebotomist: specimen collection, receiving, and referrals.
• Maintain clean, organized collection area and restock supplies as needed.
• Operate laboratory computer system for patient data, orders, and lists.
• Ensure specimen integrity and meet collection requirements.
• Coordinate specimen packaging and referral paperwork for outside labs.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Medical terminology

Data entry

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy/MLE/MA program incl. phlebotomy

Phlebotomy Technician certification (CPT)

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Texarkana is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform specimen collection, receiving, and referrals. The role requires attention to specimen integrity, accurate data entry, and collaboration with nurses and physicians.

Responsibilities include packaging referrals, maintaining a clean work area, and ensuring compliance with CAP/JCAHO/OSHA standards. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred; a phlebotomy program and CPT certification are advantageous.