Lab Support Technician: Specimen Collection & Phlebotomy

Riverside Walter Reed Hospital; Gloucester (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Walter Reed Hospital in Gloucester, Virginia, seeks a Laboratory Support Tech I to assist with specimen collection under supervision. You will collect samples, ensure proper labeling, and may travel to off-site locations as needed.

The role emphasizes accuracy, patient instruction, safety, and adherence to accreditation standards. Preferred qualifications include direct patient care or phlebotomy experience and a high school diploma or GED, with opportunities for on-the-job training in

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy or lab specimen training program preferred.
• Direct patient care and/or phlebotomy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates accuracy in laboratory specimen collection and handling per orders.
• Explain specimen collection procedures to patients and staff.
• Travel to off-site locations to collect blood as needed.
• Maintain appropriate inventory and stock levels in collection areas.
• Follow quality control/QA guidelines to support accreditation standards.
• Assist in training new personnel and students.

Skills

Direct patient care

Phlebotomy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy or Lab Specimen training program

Job description

Riverside Walter Reed Hospital in Gloucester, Virginia, seeks a Laboratory Support Tech I to assist with specimen collection under supervision. You will collect samples, ensure proper labeling, and may travel to off-site locations as needed.

The role emphasizes accuracy, patient instruction, safety, and adherence to accreditation standards. Preferred qualifications include direct patient care or phlebotomy experience and a high school diploma or GED, with opportunities for on-the-job training in