Clinical Phlebotomist & Medical Technician

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Medical Technician (Phlebotomist) to support patient care in a clinical laboratory setting. The role involves venipuncture, specimen collection across multiple test types, and ensuring safety and infection control standards are followed at all times.

You will verify test requests, prepare orders, and assist Medical Technologists. The work schedule is Mon-Fri, 8:00am-4:30pm, with potential changes based on facility needs.

Qualifications

• Adheres to safety, infection control and universal precautions at all times.
• Performs specimen collection for chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, microbiology and cytology.
• Draws blood by venipuncture and provides post-venipuncture care.
• Follows procedures and verifies test requests and sample requirements.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to safety and universal precautions while drawing specimens.
• Performs specimen collection and supports laboratory testing with accuracy.
• Verify test requests and sample requirements in the health information system.
• Draw blood by venipuncture and collect cultures per protocol.
• Provide proper post-venipuncture care and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Venipuncture

Specimen collection

Infection control

Safety protocols

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) system

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Medical Technician (Phlebotomist) to support patient care in a clinical laboratory setting. The role involves venipuncture, specimen collection across multiple test types, and ensuring safety and infection control standards are followed at all times.

You will verify test requests, prepare orders, and assist Medical Technologists. The work schedule is Mon-Fri, 8:00am-4:30pm, with potential changes based on facility needs.