Phlebotomist

Aptive Resources; Sonora (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptive, supporting VA Medical facilities nationwide, is hiring three Phlebotomists (full-time) to join the NCHCS team: one each at Sonora, Modesto, and Stockton VA campuses. You will perform venipuncture, specimen accessioning, and patient instruction with accuracy and compassion.

We require a high school diploma, 1 year of venipuncture-experience, phlebotomy certification, BLS CPR, and solid computer skills.

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.
• 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

Venipuncture

Patient care

BLS CPR

Communication

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy certification

BLS CPR certification

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 & WellnessContract 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

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

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

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.