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McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth Houston

Phlebotomist - School of Public Health - San Antonio

McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth Houston, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208

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Phlebotomist – School of Public Health – San Antonio We are hiring immediately for a Phlebotomist to join the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health in San Antonio, TX. In this position, you will work on a project providing viral hepatitis B and C education, screening, vaccination, and treatment to individuals with experiences of or at risk for homelessness. The work will be conducted off‑campus at housing sites in the San Antonio area. The hire may be asked to work an average of 2–8 hours per week.

Position Summary The Phlebotomist will facilitate viral hepatitis B and C education, screening, vaccination, and treatment for individuals with experiences of or at risk for homelessness. The work will be conducted off‑campus at housing sites in the San Antonio area. The hire may be asked to work an average of 2–8 hours per week.

Position Key Accountabilities

Attend viral hepatitis screening events

Record all job activities in a data management system

Provide venipuncture to individuals interested in hepatitis B and C testing

Support phlebotomy team in paperwork, laboratory test ordering, and blood sample drop‑offs

Pick‑up and drop‑off supplies or samples as needed

Attend team meetings

Other related duties as assigned

Certification and Skills

Knowledge of MS Office applications

Bilingual in Spanish is preferred

Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) by the National Health Career Association (NHA) preferred

Experience conducting venipuncture on difficult‑to‑draw individuals (e.g., those with a history of injection drug use)

Availability on some nights and weekends

Minimum Education

High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of a specialized phlebotomy training program is preferred.

Minimum Experience

None

Physical Requirements Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

Benefits

100% paid medical premiums for full‑time employees

Generous time off (holidays, preventive leave day, vacation and sick time totaling ~37–38 days per year)

Longevity Pay (monthly payments after two years of service)

Retirement/pension plan

Free financial and legal counseling

Free mental health counseling services

Gym membership discounts and wellness program access

Various employee discounts and child/elder care resources

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement UTHealth Houston is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law or University policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth Houston policy.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full-time

Job Function Health Care Provider

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