Phlebotomist I

Work Location:

• Primary: 1600 N Beauregard St, Alexandria, VA (IOP)
• Occasional Coverage: Manassas, VA PSC (Not a float role)

Assignment Duration: 3 Months

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday jobs-near-me.org 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Position Summary

The Phlebotomist I will be responsible for performing blood draws, specimen collection, processing, and related laboratory duties. This role includes troubleshooting, workflow support, and ensuring compliance with all safety and quality standards.

Background & Context

• Coverage for LOA/FMLA at Alexandria IOP
• Occasional support required at Manassas PSC

Key Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture using straight and butterfly needles
• Collect, label, centrifuge, process, and store specimens accurately
• Ensure proper matching of requisition forms with specimen tubes
• Follow all specimen handling, storage, and transport protocols
• Explain procedures clearly to patients (blood draw, urine, fecal collection)
• Maintain patient records and update information as required
• Package specimens for transport maintaining integrity standards
• Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations
• Support lab operations including answering calls and relaying results
• Participate in training and provide workflow improvement suggestions

Qualifications & experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 6 months of venipuncture experience in a fast-paced lab/hospital setting
• 2-4 years of overall experience preferred
• Valid Phlebotomy Certification (if required by state)
• Experience with pediatric and geriatric patients
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong ability to work independently and in a team

Working Conditions

• Alexandria IOP: Solo role (~20 patients/day)
• Manassas PSC: Team setting (~60-100 patients/day)
• Color vision screening required

Additional Information

• ~2 years of phlebotomy experience preferred
• Pediatric to geriatric draw experience required
• Specimen processing experience is a plus

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