Job Description
Fill staffing gaps by performing phlebotomy across multiple client sites in Houston region
Lab – Phlebotomist
Looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in patient care? As a Lab – Phlebotomist, you'll serve as the face of healthcare, demonstrating your skills in blood collection while creating a trusting environment for patients. This position offers the chance to work in dynamic clinical settings, including patient service centers or outpatient clinics, with flexible scheduling options to fit your availability.
Responsibilities
- Draw blood samples from patients of all ages, including pediatric and geriatric populations, following established safety and procedural protocols.
- Verify patient demographic information and ensure proper labeling of specimens in the presence of patients.
- Prepare and process specimens for laboratory testing, maintaining accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
- Maintain accurate documentation and records of patient interactions and specimen collection.
- Communicate clearly and confidently with patients, explaining procedures and addressing any concerns to foster a positive experience.
- Support a safe and professional environment by adhering to safety policies, wearing appropriate attire, and maintaining confidentiality.
- Be flexible and available to work weekends, holidays, or overtime as needed, covering multiple locations with minimal notice.
- Perform duties independently with minimal supervision, exercising good judgment and decision-making skills.
Required Skills
- Strong phlebotomy skills, including experience with pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections.
- Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
- Proficiency in keyboard/data entry and maintaining accurate records.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to detail and a focus on error-free work.
Additional Skills & Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required; medical assistant or paramedic training preferred.
- Phlebotomy certification preferred; required in California, Nevada, and Washington.
- 1-3 years of phlebotomy experience, including pediatric and geriatric collections; experience in a Patient Service Center environment is highly preferred.
- Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and a clean driving record if applicable.
- Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including weekends, holidays, and on-call hours.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities in a high-volume setting while maintaining excellent customer focus.
Make a positive impact in patients' health journeys by delivering compassionate, precise, and professional phlebotomy services. Join our dynamic team and grow your career in allied health today.
About Us: All Medical Personnel streamlines hiring to get you back to the work you love. Established in 1990, our staffing business lines place locum tenens, travel nursing, allied health, and clinical laboratory professionals from coast-to-coast. We believe in focusing and uplifting the hiring process, with a deep understanding of the unique challenges you face. We are here to ensure each experience with us is simplified, elevated, and impactful, for you and your patient.
Draw blood samples from patients of all ages following safety and procedural protocols, Verify patient demographic information and proper specimen labeling, Prepare and process specimens for laboratory testing with accuracy, Maintain accurate documentation of patient interactions and specimen collection, Communicate clearly with patients to explain procedures and address concerns