Job Description: We are hiring full-time Phlebotomists to join the Pathology & Laboratory Medicine team at the Jesse Brown VAMC in Chicago, Illinois. This role supports the VA’s mission by ensuring timely, accurate specimen collection and data entry into the VA’s laboratory system.
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 5:30 AM – 2:00 PM + rotating weekends
Key Responsibilities:
Perform venipuncture and capillary draws, including blood cultures and compatibility samples.
Accession specimens for internal and reference lab testing in VA lab systems.
Guide patients in the collection of urine and other at-home specimens.
Record, measure, and prepare samples for analysis.
Transport specimens and manage chain-of-custody when needed.
Answer phones, retrieve lab orders, and assist with front desk functions.
Maintain drawing room inventory and uphold infection control protocols.
Deliver excellent customer service to Veterans and staff.
Skills/Experience:
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 1 year of recent phlebotomy experience.
Phlebotomy certification preferred.
BLS (CPR) certification from AHA or equivalent required.
Computer literacy and strong communication skills required.
Familiarity with VISTA, CPRS, or Oracle Cerner a plus.
