Phlebotomist II

Job Title: Phlebotomist II
Location: 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd. , Austin, TX
Duration: 3 Months
Schedule: 1st Shift
8am to 5pm M-F

INDIVIDUAL INTERVIEW - ONSITE

Position Overview
The ideal candidate will have experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital environment while maintaining exceptional patient care and specimen integrity.
Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture using straight and butterfly needles.
• Collect, label, process, centrifuge, split, freeze, and package specimens according to established procedures.
• Verify patient information and accurately match specimens with laboratory requisitions.
• Explain specimen collection procedures to patients in a professional and courteous manner.
• Maintain specimen integrity through proper handling, storage, and transportation.
• Update patient information and document specimen collection accurately.
• Perform equipment maintenance and decontamination as required.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DEP, and laboratory safety regulations.
• Answer phone calls and assist with laboratory-related inquiries.
• Participate in required departmental training and maintain quality standards.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 6 months of recent phlebotomy experience in a hospital or high-volume laboratory setting.
• Overall 2-4 years of healthcare/phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Proficiency in venipuncture using straight and butterfly needles.
• Experience processing and handling laboratory specimens.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong communication and patient care skills.
• Valid Phlebotomy Certification if required by state regulations.

Required Skills 3 to 4 years pediatric experience Skilled phlebotomist with hard stick patients Excellent customer service skills Calm disposition High level of professionalism
Required Vaccinations

• MMR
• Hepatitis B
• TB Test