# Lead Medical Technician-Phlebotomist

Hiring organization: [Veterans Health Administration](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/veterans-health-administration)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/2831bcf2-e05d-4545-98a5-de445ae81765

Listed on Veterans Health Administration's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Lead / Staff / Principal
- Location: Fort Smith, AR
- Salary: 54147 – 70392 USD per year

## Summary

This is a lead phlebotomist role at a Veterans Affairs clinic responsible for blood collection, specimen processing, and training support staff to ensure quality laboratory samples. The position suits experienced phlebotomists who can work independently and mentor newer technicians in a structured healthcare environment.

_Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration's wording._

## Skills named

Patient Education, Phlebotomy, Specimen Processing, Venipuncture

## Required

- One year of specialized phlebotomy or laboratory support experience at GS-04 level or equivalent
- Experience performing venipuncture
- Experience training and orienting new employees
- Experience maintaining laboratory supplies
- Experience processing specimens

## Nice to have

- Bachelor's degree with major study or 24+ semester hours in medical/biological laboratory subjects
- Certification in phlebotomy
- Experience in blood banking or hematologic testing

Apply on Veterans Health Administration's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/889810900