Phlebotomist

Akicita Federal is hiring Phlebotomists to deliver essential laboratory and blood collection services for the VA Maine Healthcare System (Togus) in Augusta, ME. In this role, you will directly support the health and well-being of our nation's Veterans by ensuring accurate, timely specimen collection and processing across inpatient and outpatient settings. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity with a team dedicated to meeting the highest standards of patient-centered laboratory care.

- Perform patient phlebotomy draws across inpatient wards, outpatient clinics, and the Emergency Department, including STAT, ASAP, and timed collections

- Conduct inpatient ward rounds to complete scheduled and priority blood draws in a timely and professional manner

- Process collected specimens and prepare send-out samples in accordance with established laboratory procedures

- Positively identify patients prior to specimen collection and verify sample labeling before testing or aliquoting

- Independently document and report patient test results and Quality Control (QC) data, resolving any collection, processing, or reporting discrepancies

- Safeguard patient information in both electronic and paper formats in compliance with applicable privacy standards

- Deliver professional, patient-centered service that upholds the quality standards set by the Clinical & Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI)