Medical Technician (Phlebotomist) - Bedford, MA

Prime Physicians • Bedford, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Technician (Phlebotomist) performs phlebotomy, specimen collection, and laboratory processing at the VA Bedford Medical Center in Bedford, Massachusetts. The position is a one-year contract with the possibility of four optional extensions. The schedule is primarily day shift, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, with shifts potentially varying between 6:00 AM–2:30 PM and 9:30 AM–6:00 PM based on laboratory needs. Overtime may be required, up to 128 hours per year. Credentialing and onboarding take approximately 6–8 weeks.

The role includes blood collection across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings, as well as STAT, ASAP, and timed draws. The technician processes specimens, prepares send-outs, maintains accurate identification and documentation, and provides professional, patient-centered care. The description notes conflicting references to the Emergency Department and Urgent Care Clinic.

Requirements

• BLS certification.
• Phlebotomy certification.
• Three years of recent phlebotomy experience.
• Fluency in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding.
• Experience with inpatient, Emergency Department, STAT, ASAP, and timed blood draws.
• Knowledge of specimen processing and send-out preparation.
• Knowledge of CLSI guidelines.
• Ability to work across laboratory areas as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform inpatient, outpatient, Emergency Department, STAT, ASAP, and timed blood collections.
• Process specimens and prepare send-out specimens.
• Accurately verify patient and specimen identification.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Identify, document, and resolve specimen-related issues.
• Provide professional, patient-centered care.
• Complete quality management and improvement documentation.
• Report patient safety events within 24 hours.
• Maintain shift sign-in and sign-out records.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed