Job description
GhostRX is currently looking for caring and qualified Phlebotomist to work at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Portland.
Length
- (6) six months with optional extensions
Tour of Duty:
- Monday through Friday
- No weekends or holidays
- 7:30am-4:00pm
- 40 hours per week
Job Description
- Perform blood collection requiring knowledge of clinical science to understand the multiplicity of tests and specimen requirements, the mechanics of venipuncture and patient preparation.
- Perform phlebotomy to obtain patient specimens for laboratory testing including blood cultures and compatibility samples.
- Accession and receive samples into VA laboratory information system package.
- Instruct patients in proper collection of 24-hour urine and other samples collected at home.
- Prepare collection, measure and record 24-hour urine volumes.
- Transport specimens to the laboratory including those requiring special handling.
- Look up laboratory order numbers and patient information for outpatient draws.
- Use the VA VetLink system to check patients into the laboratory.
- Answer phone and direct calls to other laboratory sections.
- Establish and maintain effective interpersonal skills and good customer relations with Patients, Families, and all other Medical Center Employees.
- Provide general clerical and administrative support for the area.
- Stock and maintain specialized supplies used in the drawing area.
Qualifications:
- Providers shall be certified in Phlebotomy and shall provide, and maintain certification through the term of the contract
- Prefer phlebotomist with experience using VistA, which is a laboratory information system unique to the VA.
- EXPERIENCE: Minimum 12 months’ experience in respective specialty, preferred.
- Possession of current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required for this position and shall be maintained through the term of the contract.
- Contractor Personnel must be familiar with all Laboratory Service functions such as: develops, performs, evaluates, interprets, correlates, and validates the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results. Testing procedures are performed on a variety of biological specimens and/or environmental samples using manual or automated techniques and require a broad exercise of independent judgment and responsibility with minimal technical supervision.
Job Type: Contract
Salary: $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (Preferred)
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- Covid Vaccination
- Immunizations
Work Location: One location
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Salary: $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Pathology
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
- No travel
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Portland, OR 97239: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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