Phlebotomist - Lab Reference

CHRISTUS Health•Tyler, TX

About The Position

Responsible for performing phlebotomy duties, including specimen collection, specimen receiving, and specimen referrals. The role supports quality and cost-efficient laboratory services, customer satisfaction, compliance with applicable regulatory and safety standards, and the organization’s philosophy and core values. The phlebotomist maintains specimen integrity, documents work in the laboratory computer system, and carries out related duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Familiarity with medical terminology, computer data entry, and organizational skills.
One year of phlebotomy experience preferred.
Obtain required certifications for the position within the designated time frame under the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred.
Completion of a phlebotomy, medical laboratory, or medical assistant program that includes phlebotomy preferred.
Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) preferred.
Phlebotomy Tech (PBT) certification or state licensure preferred if working in Louisiana.

Responsibilities

Perform phlebotomy duties, including specimen collection, specimen receiving, and specimen send-outs.
Prepare specimens for referral to outside laboratories, including ordering miscellaneous and referred tests, packaging specimens, arranging cab service, completing referral paperwork, and using the mail system.
Collect patient specimens, including through venipuncture, capillary collection, urine drug screen collection, skin tests, and blood, throat, and nasopharyngeal cultures.
Ensure specimen requirements are met at collection and maintain specimen integrity.
Maintain collection trays, containers, bags, and work areas in a neat and sanitary condition; restock as necessary.
Procure departmental supplies in cooperation with the team lead.
Operate the laboratory computer system to document specimen information, register patients, enter orders, manage collection lists, and complete other assigned tasks.
Communicate effectively with customers, patients, family members, nurses, physicians, clients, and coworkers.
Assure quality of work performed by associates and coordinate customer services to support satisfaction and cost-efficient operations.
Comply with CAP, JCAHO, OSHA, infection control, safety, privacy, security, and other applicable regulatory standards.
Seek professional growth and continued education.
Complete associate performance evaluations and annual competency assessments in a timely manner.
Perform other related duties as assigned, including stand-by/on-call work, inventory, special projects, and cross-training.