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Job Title: Phlebotomist I

Job Description

The primary role of a Phlebotomist I is to assist in performing various duties, troubleshooting, training, and making workflow recommendations. This position involves collecting and storing specimens according to established procedures and effectively explaining the venipuncture process to patients.

Responsibilities

+ Perform blood draws, label specimens, centrifuge specimens, record maintenance data, and decontaminate equipment.

+ Update patient information and ensure proper explanation of venipuncture and specimen collection processes.

+ Demonstrate techniques using straight needles and butterfly needles.

+ Understand and execute physicians' orders accurately.

+ Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required.

+ Ensure test requisitions or computer labels match scripts for accuracy.

+ Package specimens for transport and store samples according to required temperature.

+ Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and attend annual department trainings.

+ Handle telephone inquiries and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

Essential Skills

+ Proficient in phlebotomy and patient care.

+ Experience in blood draw, venipuncture, and specimen processing.

+ Ability to work with diverse populations, including pediatric and geriatric patients.

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state of employment, as required.

+ Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.

+ High School Diploma or GED with 0-2 years of relevant experience.

Work Environment

The role is situated in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting, requiring adherence to strict protocols for specimen handling and storage. The position involves interacting with patients and medical staff, necessitating clear communication and adherence to safety regulations. The work environment demands professionalism and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Gastonia, North Carolina.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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 Type

This is a fully onsite position in Gastonia,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2025.

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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.