Inpatient Phlebotomist

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a global leader dedicated to eliminating cancer through exceptional patient care, innovative research, education, and prevention. As one of the nation's original comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute and consistently ranked among the top hospitals for cancer care, UT MD Anderson provides an environment focused on clinical excellence and continuous advancement.

Within Diagnostic Laboratory Services, the Phlebotomist supports high-quality diagnostic care by performing accurate specimen collection and ensuring integrity throughout the testing process. The Phlebotomist plays a critical role in patient interactions, safety compliance, and laboratory workflow efficiency. Success in the Phlebotomist role requires strong procedural expertise, attention to detail, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, making the Phlebotomist vital to daily clinical operations.

The ideal candidate has outpatient and inpatient phlebotomy experience, certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP), and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.

Schedule
Monday - Friday, 5:00AM-1:30PM, with rotating Weekends (Saturday & Sunday)

Training Schedule: Monda-Friday, 5:00AM-1:30PM (approximately 6 weeks)

Minimum $20.67 - Midpoint $25.96 - Maximum $31.25

Why Us?
Working as a Phlebotomist at UT MD Anderson within Diagnostic Laboratory Services provides the opportunity to directly contribute to life-saving diagnostics and patient care. This role supports clinical accuracy and efficiency while offering ongoing professional development, hands-on technical experience, and structured scheduling that promotes work-life balance in a collaborative healthcare environment.

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Phlebotomy Procedures

• Perform venipuncture using established clinical techniques
• Conduct central venous catheter blood collection procedures
• Execute arterial punctures as required
• Collect blood cultures using bottles and isolator tubes
• Perform bleeding time procedures
• Apply isolation room procedures during specimen collection
• Demonstrate age-specific skills for broad patient populations

Performance & Productivity

• Complete assignments independently without undue reliance on others
• Achieve productivity standards of the section
• Assist with problem solving for workflow or clinical issues
• Participate in continuing educational programs
• Support training of new hires and students

Policy & Procedure Compliance

• Follow all phlebotomy procedures in accordance with the section's procedure manual
• Accurately identify patients and collect correct specimens
• Maintain specimen integrity through proper collection and timely transport
• Complete electronic and paper records accurately
• Assist co-workers as required to support operations

Safety & Environment

• Maintain a safe environment for patients, co-workers, and visitors
• Utilize equipment and supplies in a manner that ensures safety
• Wear protective attire and personal protective equipment as required
• Participate in all required safety training

EDUCATION

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred: Associate's Degree From a Medical Laboratory Technician Program or completion of a specialized phlebotomy training program

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required: Completion of a MD Anderson phlebotomy internship or six months of phlebotomy experience in a clinical laboratory or with preferred education, only three months of phlebotomy experience in a clinical laboratory required
• Preferred: Outpatient and Inpatient Phlebotomist experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Required: None
• Preferred: CPT - Cert Phlebotomy Technician Phlebotomy certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathologist Board of Registry (BOR) or American Certification Agency (ACA) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.