Job Description
Join our dynamic healthcare team at Houston Medical Center as a Phlebotomy Technician! We're seeking a skilled professional to deliver exceptional patient care while performing accurate blood collection procedures. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment in the heart of Texas' largest medical hub.
Responsibilities
- Perform venipuncture and capillary blood draws across diverse patient populations
- Process and label specimens according to strict laboratory protocols
- Maintain sterile techniques and infection control standards
- Verify patient identification and explain procedures with empathy
- Operate and troubleshoot blood collection equipment
- Document all procedures accurately in electronic health records
- Collaborate with lab teams to ensure timely specimen processing
Qualifications
- Current Texas Phlebotomy Technician certification (CPT) required
- Minimum 1 year clinical blood collection experience
- BLS/CPR certification from recognized provider
- Proficiency in venipuncture, capillary draws, and specimen handling
- Exceptional communication and patient rapport skills
- Ability to work efficiently in fast-paced medical environments
- Knowledge of HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality
- High school diploma or equivalent required