Temporary Phlebotomist

Salary: $0.00 Hourly

Location : Carlsbad

Job Type: Temporary

Job Number: 202300148

Department: Health Clinic

Opening Date: 11/20/2025

Examples of Duties

Required: Current, unrestricted certification as a Phlebotomy Technician (CPT I or CPT II) or equivalent credential. Minimum of two (2) years of recent clinical experience performing venipuncture in a hospital, outpatient, or laboratory setting. Current CPR/BLS certification. Knowledge of safety protocols, specimen handling, infection control, and HIPAA standards.

Preferred: Additional healthcare credentialing (e.g., RN, LPN, CMA, RMA, CCMA, or similar). Previous experience supporting laboratory operations in a healthcare, educational, or public health setting. Certified Bloodborne Pathogen Instructor (preferred but not required). Associate degree or higher in a related healthcare field.

Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience as approved by the Human Resources Department.FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Level: Eight (8)

Salary Range: DOE

Background:

Located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is a newly independent public community college accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. A proud Hispanic Serving Institution, it awards certificates and associate degrees that serve the needs of its region and prepare students to transfer to programs at other colleges or universities. SENMC offers Early College and Dual Credit programs in collaboration with local high schools.

Southeast New Mexico College enjoys the strong support of its community, and has been awarded several grants, which include $11.7 million from the U.S. Department of Energy and several multimillion-dollar grants from the U.S. Department of Education for student support.

The college's diverse employee pool includes 40 full-time faculty, 48 adjunct faculty, and 102 staff members. SENMC offers a generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, and college tuition reimbursement. More information on SENMC can be obtained from its website at

Purpose and Scope:

The Temporary Phlebotomist performs skilled venipuncture and specimen collection procedures to support clinical and laboratory operations at the SENMC Health Clinic. This position is responsible for collecting, labeling, and processing blood and other specimens while ensuring accurate documentation, patient comfort, safety, and compliance with established protocols. The role requires strong attention to detail, professionalism, and excellent communication skills. This temporary assignment may support instructional laboratory needs, community health events, or short-term staffing needs. Evening or weekend hours may be required depending on demand. This position reports directly to the Health Clinic Director.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection using appropriate techniques and equipment.

Accurately label, document, and process specimens for transport according to established procedures.

Ensure patient safety, comfort, and confidentiality throughout the specimen collection process.

Maintain clean, organized, and compliant work areas and equipment.

Follow all safety, infection control, and OSHA standards, including sharps handling.

Communicate effectively with patients, staff, and clinical partners to ensure service quality.

Assist with specimen tracking, supply management, and laboratory organization.

Support special projects such as community screening events, simulation activities, or instructional lab set-up as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned to support clinical or institutional operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong venipuncture skills and knowledge of specimen requirements.

Ability to remain calm and professional with diverse patient populations.

Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Skilled in electronic documentation and basic computer applications (MS Word, Excel, email).

High level of accuracy, reliability, and confidentiality.

Knowledge of and full compliance with HIPAA regulations, patient confidentiality, and professional ethics.

Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and respond to emergencies.

Commitment to inclusive, student-centered care and continuous improvement.

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

Reach and grasp objects

Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Use of video display terminal

Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills

Communicate information orally and in writing

Receive and understand information through oral and written communication

Proofread and check documents for accuracy

Work a fluctuating work schedule

Performing the essential functions of this position requires the use of a computer throughout most of the workday, the ability to navigate a typical office environment, significant amounts of interpersonal interaction including oral and written communication, and the ability to keep track of multiple tasks, projects, deadlines, information sources and business processes. This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Affirmative Action Statement:

SENMC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.

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