Phlebotomist

Aptive; Sonora (CA); On-site; USD 82,656,000 - 82,857,129; Full time

Job summary

Aptive is seeking a Phlebotomist for the VA Northern California Health Care System, serving California locations including Sonora, Modesto, and Stockton. The role focuses on timely, accurate specimen collection and entry into VA lab systems.

Full-time position: five 8-hour shifts. Starting pay is $24.00 per hour plus $4.93 Health & Wellness pay. ICSP contracted staffing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of direct patient care performing venipunctures in a clinic or hospital setting.
• Phlebotomy certification.
• BLS (CPR) certification from AHA or equivalent required.
• Computer literacy and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and capillary draws, including blood cultures and compatibility samples.
• Accession specimens for internal and reference lab testing in VA lab systems.
• Guide patients in the collection of urine and other at-home specimens.
• Record, measure, and prepare samples for analysis.
• Transport specimens and manage chain-of-custody when needed.
• Answer phones, retrieve lab orders, and assist with front desk functions.
• Maintain drawing room inventory and uphold infection control protocols.
• Deliver excellent customer service to Veterans and staff.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Patient Care

Communication

Computer literacy

BLS CPR

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Summary

Phlebotomist

Location: VA Northern California Health Care System, California
Schedule: Full-Time: five 8-hour shifts
Hourly: 24.00/hr plus 4.93 for Health & Wellness
Contract Type: Integrated Critical Staffing Program (ICSP)

Position Overview:

We are hiring 3 (three) Phlebotomists (full-time) to join the NCHCS, one at the Sonora VA, one at the Modesto VA, and one at the Stockton VA. This role supports the VA's mission by ensuring timely, accurate specimen collection and data entry into the VA’s laboratory system.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and capillary draws, including blood cultures and compatibility samples
• Accession specimens for internal and reference lab testing in VA lab systems
• Guide patients in the collection of urine and other at-home specimens
• Record, measure, and prepare samples for analysis
• Transport specimens and manage chain-of-custody when needed
• Answer phones, retrieve lab orders, and assist with front desk functions
• Maintain drawing room inventory and uphold infection control protocols
• Deliver excellent customer service to Veterans and staff

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1 (one) year of direct patient care performing venipunctures in a clinic or hospital setting
• Phlebotomy certification
• BLS (CPR) certification from AHA or equivalent required
• Computer literacy and strong communication skills

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.