Phlebotomist

Customer Value Partners • Bedford, MA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

CVP seeks a Phlebotomist to provide on-site phlebotomy and laboratory services to Veterans at the VA Bedford Medical Center in Bedford, Massachusetts. The position works primarily from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with day shifts that may vary according to laboratory needs. Overtime may be required; on-call or standby duties are not required. The stated hourly pay is $30, plus a Health & Wellness amount of $5.09 per hour, prorated based on enrollment in offered benefits, including automatic enrollment in employer-paid plans.

CVP is a healthcare, technology, and consulting services firm serving healthcare, national security, and public-sector clients. The company describes itself as an equal opportunity employer and states its commitment to merit-based advancement, fairness, teamwork, respect, and professional growth.

Requirements

• At least three years of recent experience as a Phlebotomist.
• Must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust government security clearance (Tier 1/Low Risk); U.S. citizenship is required.
• Provide references from laboratory supervisors, clinical teachers, or physicians attesting to clinical skills, including each reference's name, title, phone number, and email address.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Fluent spoken, understood, read, and written English.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, laboratory procedures, and electronic health record systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict protocols.
• Excellent customer service skills and a professional demeanor.

Nice To Haves

• Previous VA or federal healthcare systems experience.
• Experience with the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS).
• Previous VA experience is welcome.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient phlebotomy, including inpatient ward rounds, inpatient and outpatient draws, Emergency Department draws, STAT and ASAP collections, and timed draws.
• Process samples and prepare send-outs in accordance with Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) guidelines.
• Positively identify patients before collection and samples before testing or aliquoting to protect patient and specimen safety.
• Safeguard electronic and paper patient information in compliance with HIPAA and VA Privacy Act requirements.
• Identify, document, and resolve collection, processing, testing, or reporting issues in a timely manner.
• Provide patient-centered care and professional, courteous service to stakeholders and customers.
• Complete quality management and process-improvement documentation according to the laboratory quality plan and quality assurance protocols.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities and monthly laboratory quality improvement and staff meetings as required by the VAMC Chief of Service or designee.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness (H&W) amount of $5.09 per hour, prorated based on enrollment in offered benefits, including automatic enrollment in employer-paid plans.

What This Job Offers

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