Phlebotomist / Laboratory Assistant - MFH-Tyler
Company: Christus Health
Location: Tyler
Posted on: March 6, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Summary: Responsible for performing all the duties
of a phlebotomist including specimen collection, specimen
receiving, and specimen referrals. Responsibilities: Meets
expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of
Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Ensures that the
company philosophy and core values are evident in the service
delivered to customers. Takes responsibility for seeking and
achieving professional growth and continued education. Assures
quality of work performed by all associates. Coordinates services
to customers in a manner that provides customer satisfaction and
cost-efficient operations. Assures compliance with CAP, JCAHO,
OSHA, infection control, safety, and other regulatory standards,
including privacy and security of health information (PHI).
Maintains collection tray/container/bag and working area in a neat
and sanitary condition & restocks as necessary. Responsible for
procurement of supplies for the department in cooperation with the
team lead. Performs all duties of a phlebotomist; specimen
collection, specimen receiving, specimen send-outs. Prepares
specimens for referral to outside labs, including ordering of misc.
and misc. referred testing, packaging of specimens, calling of cab,
referral paperwork, and the mail system Performs all patient
specimen collections including, but not limited to, venipuncture,
capillary collection, urine drug screen collection, skin tests, and
blood, throat, and NP cultures. Ensures that specimen requirements
are met at the time of collection and maintain specimen integrity
Demonstrates good communication skills by competently interacting
with customers, patients, family members, nurses, physicians,
clients, and co-workers. Operates the laboratory computer system to
document specimen information, patient registration, order entry,
collection lists, and other assigned tasks. Performs other related
duties as assigned (stand-by/on-call, inventory, special projects,
cross-training, etc.). Completes associate performance evaluations
and annual competency assessments in a timely manner.
Education/Skills High School diploma or equivalent preferred
Completion of a Phlebotomy; Medical laboratory; or Medical
Assistant program that includes phlebotomy preferred Familiar with
medical terminology; computer data entry; organizational skills.
Experience 1 year of phlebotomy experience is preferred. Licenses,
Registrations, or Certifications Certified Phlebotomy Technician
(CPT) is preferred Phlebotomy Tech (PBT) certification or State
licensure is preferred if in Louisiana In accordance with the
CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration
Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the
required certifications for their respective positions within the
designated time frame. Work Schedule: Multiple Shifts: 6p-6:3:30a
every Saturday & Sunday plus one weekday (3 12hr shifts)-
Phlebotomist 2:30p-11p, Monday - Friday - Client Processing (no
phlebotomy) Work Type: Full Time
Keywords: Christus Health, Tyler , Phlebotomist / Laboratory Assistant - MFH-Tyler, Healthcare , Tyler, Texas
