Phlebotomist

Akicita Federal is hiring Phlebotomists to deliver essential laboratory and blood collection services for the VA Maine Healthcare System (Togus) in Augusta, ME. In this role, you will directly support the health and well-being of our nation's Veterans by ensuring accurate, timely specimen collection and processing across inpatient and outpatient settings. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity with a team dedicated to meeting the highest standards of patient-centered laboratory care.

- Perform patient phlebotomy draws across inpatient wards, outpatient clinics, and the Emergency Department, including STAT, ASAP, and timed collections

- Conduct inpatient ward rounds to complete scheduled and priority blood draws in a timely and professional manner

- Process collected specimens and prepare send-out samples in accordance with established laboratory procedures

- Positively identify patients prior to specimen collection and verify sample labeling before testing or aliquoting

- Independently document and report patient test results and Quality Control (QC) data, resolving any collection, processing, or reporting discrepancies

- Safeguard patient information in both electronic and paper formats in compliance with applicable privacy standards

- Deliver professional, patient-centered service that upholds the quality standards set by the Clinical & Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI)

$62,400 - $66,560 a year

- Demonstrated experience as a Phlebotomist or Medical Technician performing venipuncture and specimen collection in a clinical laboratory setting

- Proficiency in inpatient and outpatient blood collection, including STAT and timed draws

- Experience with specimen processing and preparation for send-out testing

- Ability to independently identify, document, and resolve collection, processing, and reporting issues

- Strong commitment to patient safety protocols, including positive patient identification procedures

- Ability to maintain confidentiality and safeguard protected health information in accordance with the Privacy Act

What sets candidates apart:

- Prior experience working in a Veterans Affairs (VA) or federal healthcare facility

- Phlebotomy certification from a nationally recognized organization (e.g., NPA, ASCP, AMT, or equivalent)

- Familiarity with Clinical & Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) guidelines and quality control documentation

- Experience working in high-volume or multi-area laboratory environments, including Emergency Department draws

- Background in electronic health records or laboratory information systems used in large hospital settings

About Akicita FederalAkicita Federal is a Native American-owned federal contractor delivering healthcare, clinical, IT, and program-support services across the Indian Health Service, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and other federal agencies. We hire the people who do the work - clinicians, analysts, engineers, support staff - and we treat them like the professionals they are.

Equal Opportunity EmployerAkicita Federal is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Akicita Federal complies with the Indian Preference provisions of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (P.L. 93-638) where applicable.