Mobile Phlebotomist (Blood Collection Officer)- Independent Contractor

U.S. Anti-Doping Agency; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to championing athletes' rights to clean sport. This contracted position offers flexibility for mobile phlebotomists or those seeking part-time work. As a vital team member, you will perform venipunctures and specimen collections, ensuring the integrity of the process while maintaining professionalism. With major international competitions on the horizon, your role will contribute significantly to the success of clean sport initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a mission-driven environment, supporting athletes and promoting the integrity of sports on a global scale.

Qualifications

• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
• National Phlebotomy certification from an accredited agency is required.
• 3+ years of phlebotomy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures and specimen collection for athletes.
• Maintain confidentiality and enforce infection control processes.
• Ensure supplies are stocked and organized before collections.

Skills

Venipuncture

Patient Identification

Infection Control

Confidentiality

Professional Demeanor

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Phlebotomy Supplies

Job description

USADA is seeking a dedicated and driven person to help our organization fulfill its mission to "Stand with athletes to champion their right to clean sport, inspire true and healthy sport, and promote the integrity of sport." This is an incredibly exciting time to join Team USADA, as we continue to grow our Anti-Doping program and work to support major international competitions such as the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2024 (Paris), 2026 (Milan), and 2028 (Los Angeles). New team members will have the chance to help ensure USADA is well-positioned in the near and long term for these opportunities as we look to the future with our efforts to protect clean athletes. With the 2028 Games on domestic soil, there will also be opportunities and growth potential over the years for USADA team members to underpin the organizing committee’s commitment to a clean Games.

This is a contracted position and will be paid per draw collection. This position could be ideal for an existing mobile phlebotomist to add to their current work, or for someone who wants to work on a part-time flexible basis.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Performs venipunctures and related procedures for specimen collection of athletes at facilities and athlete homes.
2. Use proper patient identification to avoid mistakes that can affect the collection.
3. Establish rapport with the client, while maintaining professionalism.
4. Enforce infection control processes at all times that you are working with equipment or athletes.
5. Ensure that phlebotomy supplies are stocked and organized prior to seeing athletes.
6. Maintain confidentiality at all times.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
2. High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
3. National Phlebotomy certification from one of the following accredited agencies:
   1. ACA- American Certification Agency (certified on/after July 2003).
   2. AMT- American Medical Technologists (certified on/after April, 2003).
   3. ASCP- American Society of Clinical Pathology (certified on/after June, 2003).
   4. NHA- National Health Career Association (certified on/after February 2005).
   5. NCCT/MMCI- National Center for Competency Testing (certified on/after February 2003).

*Applicants who are certified before the above dates must retake the certifying examination.

**A more advanced, applicable credentials such as RN, NP, or PA will satisfy this requirement.

***CPT I & II in California are acceptable credentials as they require successful completion of a national exam by one of the certifying bodies outlined above.

In addition to a current national certification, individuals will be required to ensure compliance with state-specific phlebotomy training requirements for the state in which they reside.

1. At least 3 years phlebotomy experience, preferred.
2. Professional demeanor and personable.
3. Must possess a valid drivers’ license with a MVR that meets criteria.
4. Ability to travel to different locations for blood collections.
5. Must have dependable transportation and flexible.

Additional Certification(s):

1. Obtain SafeSport Certification (post-offer).

Compensation is based on a per testing basis: $50-$200/Athlete