Phlebotomist / Medical Technician

Phlebotomist / Medical Technician

Employer: GD Resources LLC
Location: Lt. Col. Luke Weathers Jr. VA Medical Center, Memphis, Tennessee
Anticipated start: April 1, 2027
Anticipated coverage: Seven day-shift, two evening-shift, and two overnight-shift positions. Assignments may change, and rotating weekends or holidays may be required.

About the position

GD Resources LLC is seeking qualified Phlebotomists to support patient blood collection and specimen processing at the Memphis VA Medical Center. Successful candidates will provide careful, courteous service while maintaining accurate patient identification and specimen integrity.

Employment is contingent on contract award, government acceptance of the candidate, and successful completion of required onboarding. Hours are not guaranteed.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture, capillary punctures, and finger sticks appropriate to the patient and test order.

• Verify patient identity using at least two unique identifiers.

• Review laboratory orders, select appropriate collection tubes, and follow the correct order of draw.

• Label specimens immediately at the bedside with required patient and collection information.

• Explain procedures, support anxious patients, and maintain a professional bedside manner.

• Monitor patients for adverse reactions and provide appropriate post-collection care.

• Centrifuge, separate, store, and route specimens according to laboratory procedures.

• Follow aseptic technique, infection-control practices, and sharps-safety procedures.

• Clean collection stations, restock carts and supplies, and monitor expiration dates.

• Maintain accurate collection and specimen-processing records.

Required qualifications

• Relevant experience and demonstrated competency in phlebotomy and specimen handling.

• Currently reside within 75 miles of the Memphis VA Medical Center.

• Ability to perform accurate patient identification, blood collection, and specimen labeling.

• Strong patient-service, communication, and documentation skills.

• Availability for the assigned shift and any ordered weekend or holiday coverage.

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

• U.S. citizenship, as required for access to VA computer systems under this contract.

Certification

National phlebotomy certification is preferred but not mandatory. ASCP MLT certification is not required. If a candidate holds a professional license, it must satisfy the VA's unrestricted-license requirements.

Onboarding requirements

Selected candidates must complete VA-required background screening, fingerprinting, orientation, privacy/security training, and credential review. Current BLS documentation, required health records, and acceptable federal-facility identification must be provided before assignment, as applicable.

How to apply

Apply through this posting with your current resume, city of residence, preferred shift, weekend/holiday availability, anticipated availability to start, and desired hourly rate. Include any certifications you hold and be prepared to provide three professional references. Send a copy of these documents to Abdel@gdrdefense.com.

Equal opportunity

GD Resources LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available during the application process.