Phlebotomist - VA Healthcare Facilities

Phlebotomist - VA Healthcare Facilities - San Juan, PR (#R10270)

• Location: San Juan, PR (with rotation across VA outpatient clinics and medical center locations across Puerto Rico)
• Employment Type: Full-time / Contract
• Hourly Rate: $21.00 - $25.00 (based on experience)

About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing:

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a leading nationwide recruitment agency dedicated to connecting healthcare professionals with top-tier opportunities. We partner with hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices to match talented individuals with roles that align with their skills and career goals.

Position Overview:

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing, Inc. is seeking skilled and compassionate Phlebotomists to support the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs healthcare facilities across Puerto Rico. In this role, you will provide high-quality blood collection and specimen processing services to U.S. veterans in a clinical environment. Your professionalism, attention to detail, and patient-centered approach will directly support timely diagnoses and continuity of care for those who have served our country.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn $21.00 - $25.00, based on experience.
• Work Schedule: This is a Full-time position.
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment while serving the veteran population.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving patient outcomes for those who have served our country.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection procedures in accordance with established clinical protocols, aseptic techniques, and VA safety standards.
• Verify patient identity using two approved identifiers prior to each procedure, in strict compliance with VA patient safety requirements.
• Deliver respectful, compassionate, and patient-centered care to a diverse veteran population, including elderly patients and individuals with chronic, behavioral health, or service-related conditions.
• Properly label, process, and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and timely transport.
• Accurately document specimen collections, test orders, and patient interactions within VA-approved electronic health record systems.
• Clearly explain blood collection procedures and post-collection instructions to patients in a calm and professional manner.
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions and promptly report concerns to supervisory or clinical personnel.
• Maintain phlebotomy workstations in a clean, organized, disinfected, and fully stocked condition at all times.
• Demonstrate flexibility by rotating between VA outpatient clinics and medical center locations across Puerto Rico as operational needs require.

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Requirements:
Qualifications:

• Job qualifications & certifications:
• At least six (6) months of hands-on phlebotomy experience in a clinical or healthcare setting.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work accurately in a fast-paced, high-volume clinical environment.
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to support multiple VA clinic locations.

• Preferred Qualifications:
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician credential (ASCP, NHA, or equivalent).
• Prior experience working with veteran, geriatric, or behavioral health patient populations.
• Familiarity with electronic health record systems and clinical documentation standards.
• Willingness to comply with all VA Contractor Rules of Behavior, privacy, and information security requirements.
• Eligibility to work in the United States and compliance with E-Verify and federal employment requirements.