Phlebotomy & Lab Technician: Patient Care & Specimens

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Grand Junction, CO seeks a Medical Technician to support the Phlebotomy and Specimen Receiving section of PLMS.

Responsibilities include phlebotomy, specimen processing, screening for quality, and clerical tasks related to lab specimens. The role requires English proficiency and specialized experience in phlebotomy, with duties that include accessioning, specimen handling, and coordination with reference laboratories.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience includes performing laboratory support work and handling tests and reports.
• Transcripts may be required for substitution of education for experience.
• Combination of education and experience may be considered with transcripts.

Responsibilities

• Performs blood collection procedures by venipuncture or capillary techniques for inpatients and outpatients.
• Establishes patient identity and ensures proper labeling of specimens.
• Maintains patient privacy and HIPAA compliance.
• Receives, accessioning, and processing of specimens; coordinates with reference labs.
• Handles clerical tasks related to lab specimens and test results.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Lab support

HIPAA compliance

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Grand Junction, CO seeks a Medical Technician to support the Phlebotomy and Specimen Receiving section of PLMS.

Responsibilities include phlebotomy, specimen processing, screening for quality, and clerical tasks related to lab specimens. The role requires English proficiency and specialized experience in phlebotomy, with duties that include accessioning, specimen handling, and coordination with reference laboratories.