Phlebotomist-Lab Technician

HJ Staffing • Austin, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

HJ Staffing is seeking a dedicated Lab Technician / Qualified Phlebotomist to support the Laboratory Department at Austin State Hospital. The role supports patient care for individuals receiving inpatient habilitation or rehabilitation services by performing blood draws and laboratory support duties. The position is based at Austin State Hospital in Austin, Texas, and is a full-time contract assignment for 3 to 6 months, with potential extension. The standard schedule is 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The candidate must also be available for two non-consecutive full-day training sessions from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; other training takes place during normal work schedule hours. Overtime exceeding 40 hours per week is generally not permitted unless pre-approved and scheduled individually by Austin State Hospital.

Candidates must hold and maintain current, active state or national phlebotomy or lab technician certifications throughout the assignment. One year of phlebotomy or blood-drawing experience is preferred. Successful candidates must complete required facility clearance and onboarding, including a background check, immunization documentation and medical clearance, COVID-19 testing clearance, and initial facility orientation and training. Official start dates depend on clearance.

Requirements

• Hold and maintain current, active state or national phlebotomy or lab technician certifications throughout the assignment.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and reliability.
• Be able to maintain composure in a mental health care facility setting.
• Be available for two non-consecutive full-day training sessions from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Complete required facility clearance and onboarding, including a facility background check, immunization documentation and medical clearance, COVID-19 testing clearance, and initial facility orientation and training.

Nice To Haves

• One year of phlebotomy or blood-drawing experience is preferred.
• Experience working in a psychiatric or specialized care facility setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy and blood draws.
• Perform standard laboratory technician duties in accordance with Texas rules and regulations for lab technicians.
• Work compassionately and effectively with individuals with mental illness, intellectual or developmental disabilities, chemical dependency, and social or physical disorders.
• Follow HHSC, Austin State Hospital, and HJ Staffing rules, regulations, and policies, including leave and attendance policies.
• Complete mandatory daily reporting, laboratory documentation, and assigned administrative duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed