Phlebotomist (Correctional Healthcare Setting)

Akicita Federal, LLC•Seattle, WA

1d•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist provides professional clinical laboratory specimen collection services within a federal correctional healthcare environment. Services are delivered in accordance with federal, state, and accreditation standards, supporting diagnostic testing and patient care while maintaining strict security, safety, and confidentiality requirements.

Requirements

Completion of one of the following: -Accredited post-secondary phlebotomy program, OR -Washington Stateâapproved phlebotomy training program, OR -Military training meeting WA State licensing requirements
Active, unrestricted Washington State Medical AssistantâPhlebotomist license
Minimum 6 months of phlebotomy experience
Current CPR certification
Ability to pass: -Drug screening -Federal law enforcement background investigation
Knowledge of: -Infection control and safety principles -Medical equipment and automated systems
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to recognize, report, and document changes in patient condition

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a correctional or institutional healthcare setting
Familiarity with AAAHC and ACA accreditation standards

Responsibilities

Perform venipuncture and capillary blood draws
Collect and instruct patients on proper collection of: -Blood -Urine -Stool -Sputum and other specimens
Process specimens including: -Centrifugation -Aliquoting -Mixing -Transport preparation
Handle infectious and biohazardous materials safely
Maintain accurate inventory of needles, syringes, and lab supplies
Enter orders and documentation into computerized laboratory systems
Assist with laboratory paperwork, storage, and supply management
Participate in Quality Management activities, meetings, and in-service training
Maintain required competency and continuing training per accreditation standards
Perform additional technical or clerical duties as needed to support operations