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Join our team as a Phlebotomist at a new outpatient clinic that opens to patients in February 2027. You'll support the laboratory operations of a new MD Anderson Cancer Center and provide skilled, caring phlebotomy services to oncology patients. As a founding member of the laboratory team, you'll help shape patient collection services from day one and play a key role in delivering an excellent patient experience.

This position is responsible for collecting, labeling, processing and transporting specimens accurately and safely, with compassion for patients during cancer treatment. Oncology patients often have difficult venous access, central lines or ports, and sensitive health needs, so this role calls for strong technical skill, attention to detail and a calm, reassuring bedside manner. The Phlebotomist works closely with clinical and laboratory staff to keep specimens intact and turnaround times quick. The role also helps the clinic meet all laboratory accrediting agency and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA '88, The Joint Commission, CAP, OSHA), including infection control, safety and patient identification standards.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position may be located within a Hospital Facility, Patient Service Center (PSC), In Office Phlebotomy (IOP) or Mobile Diagnostic Services (MDS). This position may be responsible to provide coverage at multiple locations. This position is responsible for the collection and receipt of biological specimens into the department, their proper entry into the company’s computer system, the preparation of samples for analytical testing and/or the distribution of these specimens to the proper analytical area. This includes responsibility for pre and post aspects of analytical testing. This position will also perform specified analytical testing as assigned. Follows the guidelines of the Code of Conduct.

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS

Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach and stretch frequently. Required to lift, push and/or pull up to 25 pounds. Requires manual dexterity. Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids, chemical, electrical and biological hazards. Ability to distinguish colors and to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly. Requires use of computer, printers, copiers, telephone, fax and department specific equipment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must exhibit personal maturity and responsibility.
• Excellent reading, writing and math abilities.
• Communicates effectively in oral and written formats sufficient to demonstrate comprehension.
• Ability to perform detailed work; work with frequent interruptions, multi-task, problem solve and memorization.
• Ability to take direction and assimilate instructions quickly.
• Detail oriented and exceptional organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must exhibit skills in exceptional customer service, good performance review and passing on-site competency evaluation and /or assessment as defined by the department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum age requirement of 18.
• High School diploma or equivalent may be required dependent on state regulatory requirements.
• Basic knowledge of department resource materials.
• Completion of a phlebotomy program or phlebotomy experience.
• Phlebotomy certification as defined by state regulations.
• Position may require DHS Fingerprinting Certification or the ability to obtain fingerprint certification. 
• Dependent on department/location, candidate must possess a valid state driver's license in the state of employment and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.
• Float positions require travel and flexible hours required to work multiple locations and required to cover at mobile phlebotomy facilities/in-office phlebotomy locations with minimal notice. Must be flexible and available based on staffing requirements, weekends, holidays and overtime.  May be required to work occasional on-call duties weekends, evenings and early AM.
• Progression through career ladder II-IV is subject to completion of career ladder requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual (Spanish/English).
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Additional related education and/or experience.

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