Job Description

Phlebotomy Technician Opportunity - Akeroyd Blood Donor Center
Location: Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, TX
Company: U.S. Got People (USGP)

U.S. Got People (USGP) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Phlebotomy Technician to join our team at the Akeroyd Blood Donor Center located on Fort Sam Houston. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to an essential mission in a federal healthcare setting, serving active-duty military personnel and veterans.

Why Join USGP?  Working at a federal facility means being part of a mission-driven team in a highly professional environment. You'll have the chance to grow your career  while supporting those who serve our country.

Position Benefits:

• Competitive Pay: $18.53/hour + health & welfare stipend
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k)
• Paid Time Off & Sick Leave

Work Schedule:

• Clinic Hours: Sunday - Saturday, 4:30 AM - 4:30 PM
• Typical Shift: 4:30 AM - 1:00 PM (30-minute lunch)
• One weekend shift per month based on blood drive needs
• No more than 40 hours per week

Qualifications  Education:

• Graduate of an accredited Donor Phlebotomy Training Program, such as those recognized by:
• American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT)
• National Certification Agency (NCA)
• The Joint Commission or CAP
• Military-equivalent training programs

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Phlebotomy Technician within the past 2 years
• Must have completed at least 50 successful donor collections or patient venipunctures in a qualified facility (e.g., blood bank, plasma center, dialysis center, or hospital)

Certification:

• Must hold current certification as a Phlebotomy Technician or Donor Phlebotomy Technician from:
  • ASCP, AMT, or
  • Other agency approved by the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs (ASD-HA)

Immunization Requirements (Must be current or obtained before start)

• Hepatitis B (series and titer)
• Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis)
• MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
• Varicella (Chickenpox)
• TB test
• Seasonal Influenza vaccine
• COVID-19 vaccine (if applicable)

Key Responsibilities Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Registering donors in the blood bank system
• Conducting health history assessments for blood donors (volunteer, autologous, therapeutic, apheresis)
• Collecting and documenting sensitive medical information through interviews
• Performing blood draws and handling donor blood collection tubing with automated sealing devices
• Weighing blood components and recording data accurately
• Processing blood to create packed red blood cells, plasma, and other products using manual or automated systems
• Cleaning and maintaining equipment and monitoring inventory levels
• Performing daily quality control checks and equipment calibrations

About USGP At USGP, we take pride in supporting veterans, service members, and their families. We believe in empowering our employees through opportunities for growth and advancement. As part of our team, you'll gain valuable experience in a respected federal facility and be part of a supportive, mission- driven organization.
Apply Today! If you're passionate about healthcare, dedicated to service, and ready to take your phlebotomy career to the next level, we want to hear from you!

U.S. Got People is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, disability, or
protected veteran status.