Phlebotomist

Talentify; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptive is seeking a Phlebotomist / Medical Technician to join the team at the VA Clinic in Columbus, GA. The role performs venipuncture and specimen collection, ensuring correct patient ID and accurate labeling as part of a patient-first care approach.

Responsibilities include processing specimens, maintaining records, and upholding infection control standards. English fluency is required; a recent phlebotomy background and VA credentialing readiness are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Recent phlebotomy experience.
• Meet VA credentialing and immunization/TB requirements.
• English fluency (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and capillary blood draws.
• Accession and process incoming specimens.
• Ensure accurate patient identification and specimen labeling.
• Maintain detailed records and logs of specimens collected.
• Adhere to infection control, patient safety, and confidentiality protocols.
• Participate in staff meetings and training as required.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Summary

Phlebotomist / Medical Technician

Location: Robert S. Poydasheff VA Clinic - Columbus, GA

Pay: $20.00/hr plus $5.09 for Health and Wellness

Schedule

• Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm

Position Summary

The Phlebotomist provides venipuncture and specimen collection services for inpatients and outpatients, ensuring positive patient identification and adherence to the highest standards of accuracy and patient safety.

Primary Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and capillary blood draws.
• Accession and process incoming specimens.
• Ensure accurate patient identification and specimen labeling.
• Maintain detailed records and logs of specimens collected.
• Adhere to infection control, patient safety, and confidentiality protocols.

Participate in staff meetings and training as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Recent (within the past year) phlebotomy experience.
• Manual dexterity, keen observation, and sound judgment skills.
• Ability to meet VA credentialing and training requirements, including proof of immunizations and negative TB test.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal).

About Aptive

Arrow ARC supports Veterans Health Administration facilities and offices across the U.S. with health care staffing and program support via the 10-year Integrated Critical Staffing Program (ICSP). We provide staffing solutions to address critical shortages in VHA medical facilities caused by turnover, recruitment issues, seasonal needs, surges or emergencies.

Arrow is a certified Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business joint venture between Artemis ARC and Aptive Resources, two award-winning companies that share an agile, mission-focused, results driven approach in the federal sector. Arrow provides management consulting services and specializes in working with federal government agencies like the Department of Veterans Affairs and Office of Personnel Management.

EEO Statement

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.