Histology Medical Technologist

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SJS Executives, LLC (SJS), also doing business as SJS Industrial, is currently seeking a Phlebotomist for an upcoming contract supporting operations within a local healthcare facility. 

 SJS is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with 150 employees coast to coast and a headquarters in Virginia Beach, Virginia; it specializes in professional services to support federal and military organizations.

 Pay will be based on experience. SJS also offers 56 hours of Sick time accrual, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of additional benefits including 7 paid holidays, medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Primary working hours will be Monday – Friday 8am to 4:30pm.  May also be required to work weekends, holidays, and overtime based on patient care needs, but on-call or standby duties may be required.  Shifts will be established and may be revised by the Chief of Staff to ensure optimal patient care.

 Responsibilities

• Perform patient phlebotomy for inpatient ward rounds, outpatient clinics, Emergency Department (ED), and STAT/ASAP/timed draws.
• Handle sample processing, preparation for send-out, and maintain specimen integrity.
• Positively identify patients before sample collection and verify sample identification before testing or aliquoting
• Identify, document, and resolve collection, processing, testing, or reporting issues.
• Deliver professional, patient-focused service to ensure a high level of satisfaction among stakeholders and customers
• Work in various lab areas as required, demonstrating flexibility to adapt to the lab's needs.
• May be asked to perform a wide variety of manual and automated procedures, including moderate and complex analysis.
• Develops, performs, evaluates, interprets, correlates, and validates the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results. 
• Testing procedures are performed on a variety of biological specimens using manual or automated techniques and require a broad exercise of independent judgment and responsibility with minimal technical supervision. 
• Ensure patient safety and comfort during procedures, providing clear instructions and reassurance as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and timely delivery of services.
• Adhere to established protocols and procedures for safety, infection control, and patient confidentiality.
• Maintain equipment functionality by performing routine maintenance and participating in quality assurance activities.
• Document procedures accurately in electronic medical records and other relevant systems. 

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy certification is preferred, but helpful.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Phlebotomist.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients and healthcare team members.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient care, safety, and confidentiality.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Due to the nature of the position, US Citizenship is required. 
• All candidates will be subjected to a background/security investigation and must also pass a pre-employment physical exam. Must be able to successfully pass a drug test and a thorough background check for access onto a military installation; please note the background check for this position extends past 7 years, in conformance with federal law and US Department of Justice guidelines for work on a military installation.

SJS Executives’ pay structure reflects a sincere effort to reward employees in accordance with factors such as, but not limited to years of experience, education, skills, budget constraints, and internal equity considerations, ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package. The actual salary may vary.

SJS Executives, LLC (SJS), also doing business as SJS Industrial, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy status and/or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.