Lab Assistant II/Phlebotomist Fulltime Nights

Conifer Health Solutions•Sunnyvale, TX

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Sunnyvale is seeking a Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist to perform routine technical and clerical functions, including specimen registration and billing, specimen receipt and distribution, and phlebotomy duties as assigned. The role may also perform CLIA-waived laboratory tests and assist with microbiology specimen processing and plating as requested. The position supports patient safety and specimen integrity through accurate patient identification, blood collection, labeling, documentation, processing, packaging, and shipment. It also assists Medical Lab Scientists, performs clerical work, supports point-of-care testing maintenance, maintains work areas and supplies, and follows laboratory and hospital policies and procedures. Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Sunnyvale is an acute care hospital serving Sunnyvale, Texas, and surrounding communities. The workplace is described as collaborative and includes a modern office setting and an on-site café and coffee bar. Benefits are provided based on work assignment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of a phlebotomy training program.
One year of laboratory experience.
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Basic computer knowledge.
Understanding of pre-analytical variables that affect laboratory specimens.
Correct application of laboratory medical terminology and measurements.
Organizational, planning, and prioritization skills to handle multiple tasks accurately and on time.
Problem-solving ability, including taking appropriate action regarding questionable findings or concerns.
Ability to handle multiple priorities in a high-volume setting.
Service orientation and respectful, courteous, empathetic, warm communication with patients and clients.
Ability to operate basic laboratory equipment, computers, and medical software.
Listening, feedback, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills.
Teamwork skills that contribute to departmental success.
Accurate data entry into medical software.
Attention to detail when verifying data and processing specimens according to protocols and preserving specimen integrity.

Nice To Haves

Basic laboratory computer or laboratory information system experience.
Additional language skills.

Responsibilities

Collect blood competently and efficiently while minimizing patient discomfort.
Record collection times accurately on specimen tubes and in the computer.
Verify patient identity by comparing label information with the patient’s identification band before venipuncture.
Interact courteously and professionally with patients, coworkers, nursing staff, and medical staff.
Perform patient-care work in a way that supports patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical or healthcare errors.
Label test tubes according to procedure, log procedures, and file paperwork.
Select appropriate tubes and blood volumes based on test requirements.
Follow Standard Precautions and dispose of sharps in rigid sharps containers.
Clean and stock venipuncture trays, maintain work areas, and order supplies when needed.
Prioritize STAT, ASAP, scheduled, and outpatient orders and complete duties in a timely and efficient manner.
Assist Medical Lab Scientists and perform clerical work as needed.
Assist with point-of-care testing maintenance when needed.
Follow Clinical Laboratory and hospital policies and procedures.
Verify relevant data and process specimens; ensure they are handled, packaged, and shipped to the designated laboratory according to protocols while preserving specimen integrity.
Perform specimen registration and billing, receive and distribute laboratory specimens, and perform assigned phlebotomy duties.
Perform CLIA-waived laboratory tests and assist with microbiology processing and specimen plating as requested.