Phlebotomy Technician: Patient-Centered Lab Pro

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, John D. Dingell VA Medical Center in Detroit, is seeking a Medical Technician-Phlebotomist. The role involves performing venipunctures, specimen accessioning, and preanalytical processing with a high degree of independence.

Qualified applicants must meet English proficiency requirements and have dedicated phlebotomy experience. The position requires availability for a standard schedule and is located in Detroit, MI.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d).
• Selective Placement Factor: experience performing phlebotomy/blood draws on human patients.
• Specialized experience or education options to meet GS-5 requirements.
• Education/experience combinations described: 4-year degree or 60 semester hours beyond 2nd year credited as experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify patients, procure samples, and label specimens following procedures.
• Perform routine venipuncture draws from patients.
• Prepare samples for testing: labeling, centrifugation, decanting, and aliquoting.
• Maintain supplies for phlebotomy and specimen procurement.
• Educate patients on proper collection techniques.
• Answer calls for laboratory service and relay information to technicians.
• Perform diagnostic tests such as glucose fingerstick and urine dipstick.
• Recognize and respond to adverse reactions (fainting, nausea, vomiting).

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory support

Education

Bachelor's degree/24 sem hrs related

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, John D. Dingell VA Medical Center in Detroit, is seeking a Medical Technician-Phlebotomist. The role involves performing venipunctures, specimen accessioning, and preanalytical processing with a high degree of independence.

Qualified applicants must meet English proficiency requirements and have dedicated phlebotomy experience. The position requires availability for a standard schedule and is located in Detroit, MI.