Medical Technician - Phlebotomist

Job TitlePerforms blood collection using a variety of phlebotomy techniques including vacutainer systems, syringe, butterfly, and/or capillary finger sticks.Processes emergency specimens and routine specimens in a timely manner.Prepares electronic requisitions for samples to be sent to the reference laboratories.Provides education to patients for proper collection techniques of urine, stool, or other fluid collections.Identifies patients and ensure proper sample procurement and specimen labeling.Assesses patient condition before, during, and after procedures.Sterilizes and autoclaves contaminated material according to safety policies.Identifies unusual test results or discrepancies/conditions that can lead to erroneous results.Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm or Sunday-Thursday, Midnight - 8:00am, to include Rotating Weekends and HolidaysRecruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorizedCritical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Authorized DESIGNATED DRUG-TESTING POSITION: Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received.