What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist position at Actalent?
Job Title: Phlebotomist
Job Description
The Phlebotomist I plays a crucial role in assisting with various duties, troubleshooting, training, and making workflow recommendations. This position requires proficient skills in performing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging, recording maintenance data, decontamination, and updating patient information.
Responsibilities
- Perform blood draws and collect specimens as per established procedures.
- Properly explain the venipuncture process and other specimen collection methods to patients.
- Demonstrate techniques using straight and butterfly needles.
- Comprehend and execute all physicians' orders accurately.
- Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and ensure correct labeling.
- Centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
- Verify that test requisitions or computer labels match the script with 100% accuracy.
- Package specimens for transport and store them at required temperatures.
- Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
- Attend annual departmental trainings.
- Handle telephone inquiries and read laboratory results when necessary.
Essential Skills
- Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state of employment.
- Minimum of 6 months' work experience in performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 6 months-2 years of relevant experience.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Proven skills in phlebotomy, blood draw, venipuncture, and specimen collection.
Work Environment
Work in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting. Adherence to safety regulations and protocols is required. The position may involve handling hazardous materials following OSHA and DEP guidelines.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Huntersville, NC.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Huntersville,NC.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jan 21, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
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