Contract Phlebotomist (CPT) — Hospital, Houston TX, 8-hr Shifts, $26/hr

ID: BD-0476-01

Adelphi seeks experienced phlebotomists to support inpatient and outpatient services at a Houston, TX hospital. Candidates will perform routine and specialized specimen collection, processing, and related administrative duties to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant patient care.

Quick facts

• Profession: Allied Health — Phlebotomist
• Job type: Contract (potential long-term)
• Location: Houston, Texas
• Facility: Hospital — Inpatient (24/7) and Outpatient draw clinic
• Shift: 8-hour shifts; inpatient coverage includes day, evening, night, weekends, and Federal Holidays. Outpatient clinic hours: Mon–Fri, 6:00 AM–5:30 PM
• Rate: $26/hr

Required qualifications

• Current Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Minimum 2 years phlebotomy experience, with phlebotomy performed within the last 3 years

Core responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and specimen collection for inpatients and outpatients, drawing approximately 40–80 patients per day (with ~20% difficult-stick cases)
• Use proper techniques for routine and complex blood draws; ensure adequate specimen volume and correct handling
• Prepare and assemble phlebotomy supplies and equipment; label specimens at bedside and transport to processing areas
• Collect other outpatient specimens as required (urine, glucose tolerance testing)
• Perform basic laboratory support tasks including accessioning, centrifugation, and serum separation
• Verify patient identity with two approved identifiers and confirm physician orders as needed
• Access and document information in computer systems; relay results to authorized clinical staff
• Recognize and respond to emergent patient situations (e.g., CPR, choking) per facility policy
• Maintain accurate records and protect patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA
• Perform other duties as assigned

Adelphi is committed to high-quality, compliant care and seeks professionals who are reliable, detail-oriented, and patient-focused.