Phlebotomy Technician: Patient Care & Specimen Processing

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Castle Point (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Hudson Valley VA Health Care System seeks a Health Technician (Phlebotomy) to collect and process patient specimens, answer questions, and assist patients in a respectful manner.

Responsibilities include phlebotomy procedures, specimen handling, labeling, and coordination for send-outs to reference laboratories. Work involves direct patient contact and adherence to safety protocols in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Specialized phlebotomy skills and patient care.
• Knowledge of specimen labeling and accessioning procedures.
• Clerical duties and use of computer systems for records.

Responsibilities

• Performs Diagnostic Procedures: collects and processes specimens for analyses.
• Venipuncture collections from inpatients and outpatients.
• Ensure proper labeling and accessioning into the computer system.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient care

Medical terminology

Specimen labeling

Clerical support

Tools

Centrifuges

Specimen processing equipment

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Hudson Valley VA Health Care System seeks a Health Technician (Phlebotomy) to collect and process patient specimens, answer questions, and assist patients in a respectful manner.

Responsibilities include phlebotomy procedures, specimen handling, labeling, and coordination for send-outs to reference laboratories. Work involves direct patient contact and adherence to safety protocols in a clinical setting.