Phlebotomist - Houston, TX

Prime Physicians • Houston, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a long-term contract position for a Phlebotomist at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center (MEDVAMC) in Houston, TX. The role involves performing blood draws on inpatient and outpatient units, handling specimen processing, and interacting with various patient populations. The position requires adherence to strict patient identification, privacy, and safety standards.

Requirements

• 2 years phlebotomy experience, performed within the last 3 years
• Proficient in routine and complex/difficult venipuncture (geriatric, oncology, and spinal cord patients)
• Comfortable handling high-volume draws (40–80 patients/day) with at least 20% hard sticks
• Capillary collection, blood cultures, glucose tolerance testing, and urine collections
• Specimen labeling, processing, centrifugation, and accessioning
• Familiarity with computerized order entry and lab information systems
• BLS certification

Nice To Haves

• Trans Logic tube system experience

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws on inpatient units and outpatient clinic
• Verify patient identity using two approved identifiers prior to every draw
• Label specimens at bedside, process, and transport to the lab
• Interpret and input physician orders into VA computer systems
• Respond to phone requests for test results, add-ons, and verbal orders
• Document and report rejected or insufficient specimens per protocol
• Adhere to HIPAA, patient privacy, and VA safety standards at all times

Benefits

• W2 pay rate of $23/hr
• +$5 for H&W

What This Job Offers

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