Job Title: Phlebotomist
Location: Augusta ME 04330
Duration: 1 Year or Full time (options for 26 weeks contract)
Start Date: April 2025
Shift Schedule: 8:00 AM 4:30 PM (Monday through Friday)
Qualification:
Certifications: Phlebotomist (BLS Good to have)
Experience: Must have 2 years of recent Phlebotomy experience
Responsibilities:
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Perform blood collection requiring knowledge of clinical science to understand the multiplicity of tests and specimen requirements the mechanics of venipuncture and patient preparation.
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Perform phlebotomy to obtain patient specimens for laboratory testing including blood cultures and compatibility samples.
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Accession and receive samples into VA laboratory information system package for in house testing or send outs to reference laboratories.
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Instruct patients in proper collection of 24hour urine and other samples collected at home.
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Transport specimens to the laboratory including those requiring special handling.