Certified Phlebotomy Technician

PhlebotomistAnsible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting a full-time phlebotomist to support VA operations at the VA Santa Maria Clinic located at 1550 E Main St, Santa Maria, CA 93454. Competitive hourly compensation is available for qualified candidates.Ansible is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing federal customers with solutions in many arenas. Our customers face wide-ranging challenges in the fields of national security, health care, and information technology. To address these challenges, we employ intelligent and committed staff who take care of our customers' success as if it is their own.ResponsibilitiesPerforms proper specimen collection and labeling procedures used for routine and special proceduresPerforms all standard laboratory techniques related to phlebotomy such as correcting patient identification, proper collection of samples (volume, tube type, temperature and/or timing conditions) and collection of specimens for urinalysis, 24-hour urines, toxicology and microbiological (sputum and urine), all defined within the standard operating proceduresMust accession all specimens in receiving area and ensure timely transport and distribution of specimens to all sections of the laboratory for immediate processing and testing; if unable to deliver samples due to peak workloads, contacts sectional personnel to transport samplesQualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentPhlebotomy certification from an accredited agency (i.e. CPT I/II licensing in California)Completion of an approved phlebotomy training course (or equivalent)American Heart Association (AHA) CPR/Basic Life Support (BLS)Minimum of 1 year of experience within the last 3 years as a patient service technician/phlebotomist2-3 years of phlebotomist experience in an acute care setting is preferredProficiency in the following: blood collection by venipuncture and capillary technique from patients of all age groups, urine drug screen collections, paternity collections, breath/saliva alcohol testing, LCM/Cyber Tools, TestCup, pediatric blood collections, and difficult drawsPay Range: $15.90 - $27.25 hourlyAll candidates must be able to: sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift. Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist. Lift up to 20 lbs. Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance. Push/pull with 30 lbs of force.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.