Phlebotomist

Galveston County Health District

Phlebotomist

Texas City, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Join the team at Coastal Health & Wellness as a Phlebotomist!

    Support our clinical team by providing high-quality specimen collection, laboratory testing, and exceptional patient care. If you have strong phlebotomy skills, enjoy working directly with patients, and want to make a meaningful impact on community health, this is your opportunity to serve the residents of Galveston County.

    Ready to grow your healthcare career and make a difference every day? Apply today and be part of a team that puts community health first!

    Why Join Us?

    We offer a career with fantastic benefits, including:
    • Amazing retirement package to help secure your future
    • Affordable medical insurance for you and your family
    • Generous paid time off so you can recharge
    • FREE life insurance & long-term disability for peace of mind
    • FREE parking because the little things matter too!

    What You'll Do:

    • Collect blood samples using venipuncture, finger stick, and other approved collection techniques
    • Accurately identify patients and verify laboratory orders in the electronic medical record (EMR)
    • Prepare, label, and process specimens for in-house and outside reference laboratory testing
    • Perform authorized in-house laboratory testing and accurately document results in the EMR
    • Review laboratory orders and ensure appropriate collection materials and techniques are used
    • Identify and report discrepancies to the appropriate supervisor and ordering provider
    • Follow established protocols for specimen handling, processing, and storage
    • Participate in quality assurance monitoring and maintain required laboratory logs
    • Perform preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment and maintain a clean, safe work environment
    • Follow infection control procedures and properly dispose of biohazard waste
    • Maintain compliance with HIPAA, CLIA, Joint Commission, and applicable clinic requirements
    • Provide positive, professional, and proactive customer service to patients and team members
    • Rotate between clinic locations as needed
    • Complete required training and job-specific competencies
    • Perform other duties as assigned

    What We're Looking For:

    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • 1+ year of phlebotomy experience or Phlebotomy certification
    • Knowledge of phlebotomy techniques, specimen processing, and laboratory equipment, including centrifuge use and maintenance
    • CPR/Heartsaver certification or ability to successfully complete certification within 6 months of employment
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills
    • Excellent customer service skills
    • Strong computer skills, including MS Office
    • Ability to work evenings and Saturday clinics on a rotating basis
    • Valid Texas driver's license (or ability to obtain) and reliable transportation
    • Ability to travel/rotate between clinic locations
    • Must comply with GCHD immunization policy and ICS training requirements
    • Must pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol screening

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Phlebotomy certification
    • Bilingual in Spanish
    • Additional job-related training or certifications
    • Experience working with electronic medical records (EMR)
    • Previous experience in a clinical or laboratory setting

    Equivalent education and experience may be considered.

    Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
    No phone calls please
    ADA / EEO / DFWP

    Our Mission: Protecting and Promoting the One Health of Galveston County