Laboratory - Phlebotomist

DT-Trak Consulting Inc. is seeking experienced Phlebotomists to support the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas. This position supports inpatient and outpatient laboratory services in a fast paced federal healthcare environment serving Veterans.

Position Overview:

• Long term federal contract assignment
• Full time coverage
• Day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts available
• Hospital inpatient and outpatient setting
• Immediate and future openings

Responsibilities:

• Perform venipuncture and specimen collection procedures
• Collect blood specimens from inpatient and outpatient populations
• Perform difficult blood draws including geriatric and oncology patients
• Verify patient identity using approved patient identifiers
• Label and transport specimens according to laboratory procedures
• Process specimens and assist with accessioning duties
• Maintain patient privacy and HIPAA compliance
• Follow VA infection control and safety procedures
• Deliver professional patient care and customer service

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of recent phlebotomy experience
• Current Phlebotomy Certification required
• Current BLS Certification required
• Hospital experience preferred
• Experience with difficult sticks strongly preferred
• Strong communication and patient interaction skills
• Ability to work independently in a high volume setting
• Ability to pass fingerprinting and federal background investigation

Preferred Qualifications:

• VA or federal healthcare experience
• EMR and laboratory information system experience
• Experience in high volume specimen collection environments

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Weekly direct deposit
• Medical benefits available
• Long term contract opportunity
• Opportunity to support Veteran patient care

Apply today with DT-Trak Consulting Inc. to join a dedicated healthcare team supporting Veterans at one of the nation's premier VA medical centers.