Phlebotomist Job at Aptive Resources in Town of Ramapo
Aptive Resources - Town of Ramapo, NY, United States
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Job Title: Medical Technician (Phlebotomist)
Location: Onsite at VA Central Western Massachusetts (VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System)
421 North Main Street, Leeds, MA 01053
Position Type: Full-Time Contract
Overview: Aptive Resources is seeking skilled Medical Technicians (Phlebotomists) to support the VA Central Western Massachusetts (VA CWM) Medical Center. This role is integral in ensuring high-quality laboratory services, including phlebotomy and specimen processing, for Veterans receiving care at the facility. Contract staff will perform laboratory tasks that align with state-of-the-art civilian medical treatment standards, meeting or exceeding nationally recognized guidelines.
Work Schedule/Shifts:
- Dayshift availability between 6:00 AM and 7:00 PM (e.g., 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, 10:30 AM–7:00 PM).
- Overtime may be required, but no holidays, on-call, or standby duties are expected.
Primary Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform patient phlebotomy, including inpatient ward rounds, outpatient services, Emergency Department (ED) draws, STAT, ASAP, and timed draws.
- Conduct sample processing and preparation for send-out testing.
- Safeguard patient safety by verifying identification prior to sample collection and testing.
- Secure and protect electronic and paper-based patient information.
- Identify, document, and resolve issues related to collection, processing, testing, or reporting.
- Deliver patient-centered care in a professional manner, ensuring satisfaction among all stakeholders.
- Adhere to Clinical & Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) guidelines and other recognized standards.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Experience: A minimum of three (3) years of recent phlebotomy experience.
- Certification: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an American Heart Association (AHA)-approved vendor.
- Standards Compliance: Familiarity with and adherence to standards set by The Joint Commission, ASCP, AMT, and other governing bodies.