Job Title: Phlebotomist III- Float
Location: Elgin, TX (Home Base) - 200 Roy Rivers Road, Elgin, TX
Duration: 3months (Contract to Possible Hire)
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (1st Shift)
Work Arrangement: Onsite
This will be more of a float position. The phlebotomist will be stationed at Elgin but will float to other sites when needed (Bastrop, Smithville, etc)
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and patient-focused Phlebotomist III to join the Labcorp team in Elgin, TX. This role is responsible for performing venipuncture, specimen collection, and processing while delivering exceptional patient care in a clinical laboratory setting. The ideal candidate will have experience working with geriatric and hard-stick patients, be comfortable seeing occasional pediatric patients, and have the flexibility to provide coverage at the Bastrop location when needed.
Responsibilities
Perform venipuncture and specimen collection on geriatric, adult, and occasional pediatric patients.
Utilize advanced phlebotomy techniques to successfully collect specimens from hard-stick patients while ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Perform approximately 15 patient collections per day while maintaining specimen quality and accuracy.
Verify patient identification and accurately label all specimens.
Process, prepare, and package laboratory specimens according to established procedures.
Maintain accurate patient and specimen documentation using laboratory computer systems.
Follow all laboratory safety, infection control, OSHA, and HIPAA guidelines.
Provide outstanding customer service while ensuring a positive patient experience.
Work collaboratively with another phlebotomist to manage daily workflow and patient volume.
Float to the Bastrop, TX location when operational coverage is required.
Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
Previous phlebotomy experience required.
Strong experience performing venipuncture on geriatric and hard-stick patients.
Comfortable performing blood draws on occasional pediatric patients.
Experience with specimen processing and laboratory procedures.
Basic computer proficiency.
Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work efficiently in a collaborative clinical environment.
Flexibility to provide coverage at the Bastrop location when needed.
Preferred Experience
Experience working in an outpatient laboratory, physician office, or patient service center.
Experience with high-quality specimen collection and processing.
Strong patient interaction skills with diverse patient populations.
Work Environment
Clinical laboratory/patient service center.
Team-oriented environment working alongside one additional phlebotomist.
Approximately 15 patient collections per day.
Home base in Elgin, TX, with occasional coverage at the Bastrop location.
Vaccination & Compliance Requirements
Negative THC screen required.
Hepatitis B, TB, MMR, Tdap, and Varicella immunizations required.
COVID-19 vaccination required.
Influenza vaccination required during flu season.
Color vision screening required.
Important Notes
This is an onsite position based in Elgin, TX.
Candidate must be willing to provide coverage at the Bastrop, TX location when needed.
This is a contract position with the possibility of permanent hire based on business needs and performance.
The opening is due to a vacant FTE position and offers an excellent opportunity to join Labcorp with long-term potential.
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