Phlebotomist
Prometheus Federal Services (PFS), a trusted partner to federal health agencies, has an opening for a Phlebotomist. This individual will perform onsite phlebotomy services on-site at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago, IL.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs assigned tasks with minimal oversight.
- Performs blood collection requiring knowledge of clinical science to understand the multiplicity of tests and specimen requirements, the mechanics of venipuncture and patient preparation.
- Performs phlebotomy to obtain patient specimens for laboratory testing including blood cultures and compatibility samples.
- Accession and receive samples into VA laboratory information system package for laboratory testing.
- Accession and receive sample into VA laboratory information system package to send out for reference laboratory testing.
- Instructs patients in proper collection of 24-hour urine and other samples collected at home.
- Prepares collection, measure and record 24-hour urine and other samples collected at home.
- Prepares collection, measure and record 24-hour urine volumes.
- Transports specimens to the laboratory including those requiring special handling.
- Looks up laboratory order numbers and patient information for outpatient draws.
- Answers phone and direct calls to other laboratory sections.
- Establishes and maintains effective interpersonal skills and good customer relations with Patients, Families, and all other Medical Center Employees.
- Provides general clerical and administrative support for the area.
- Stocks and maintains specialized supplies used in the drawing area.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum of one(1) years of recent Phlebotomy experience
- Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent
- Certification in Phlebotomy
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Card issued by the American Heart Association
- Proven ability to speak, understand, read, and write English fluently
- Authorized to work in the U.S. indefinitely without sponsorship (all jobs)
- Ability to obtain a public trust
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.This position may be subject to client or government vaccination, policy, or requirements that may change from time to time.The work location is flexible if the company approves it, except that the position may not be performed remotely from Colorado.PFS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance, life insurance, a retirement plan, paid time off, remote work, and other benefits to accommodate what matters most to you and your family.
Learn more about PFS Benefits.Note: PFS benefits, compensation, and bonuses are subject to eligibility requirements and other applicable plan or program terms.
