Inpatient Phlebotomist- Weekends

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center•Houston, TX

16h

About The Position

The Inpatient Phlebotomist works within Diagnostic Laboratory Services at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, supporting diagnostic care through accurate specimen collection and maintaining specimen integrity throughout the testing process. The role contributes to patient care, safety compliance, and efficient laboratory operations, and requires procedural expertise, attention to detail, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. The schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 5:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. This is a part-time position. The listed pay range is $20.67 minimum, $25.96 midpoint, and $31.25 maximum. The position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure and may require routine reviews and screening. Meeting and maintaining requirements necessary to ensure infrastructure security and integrity is a condition of hire and continued employment. MD Anderson provides equal employment opportunity in accordance with applicable law and institutional policy.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of an MD Anderson phlebotomy internship, or six months of phlebotomy experience in a clinical laboratory. With the preferred education, three months of clinical laboratory phlebotomy experience is required.
Ability to meet and maintain any requirements necessary to ensure the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree from a Medical Laboratory Technician program or completion of a specialized phlebotomy training program.
Outpatient and inpatient phlebotomy experience.
Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification.
Phlebotomy certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists Board of Registry (BOR) or American Certification Agency (ACA).
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.

Responsibilities

Perform venipuncture using established clinical techniques.
Conduct central venous catheter blood collection procedures.
Perform arterial punctures as required.
Collect blood cultures using bottles and isolator tubes.
Perform bleeding time procedures.
Apply isolation room procedures during specimen collection.
Demonstrate age-specific skills for broad patient populations.
Complete assignments independently and achieve the section’s productivity standards.
Assist with problem-solving for workflow or clinical issues.
Participate in continuing educational programs and support training of new hires and students.
Follow phlebotomy procedures in accordance with the section’s procedure manual.
Accurately identify patients and collect correct specimens.
Maintain specimen integrity through proper collection and timely transport.
Complete electronic and paper records accurately.
Assist co-workers as needed to support operations.
Maintain a safe environment for patients, co-workers, and visitors.
Use equipment and supplies in a manner that ensures safety, wear required protective attire and personal protective equipment, and participate in required safety training.

Benefits

Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
Optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Accruals for paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank.
Paid holidays and other leave options, including wellness and childcare leave.
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.
Wellness and fitness resources and employee resource groups.
Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System.
Voluntary retirement plans.
Employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
Educational opportunities and individual and team recognition.