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Job Title: Phlebotomist - Pennington Gap

Job Description

The primary role of the Phlebotomist II is to assist in performing various assigned duties, troubleshooting, training, and making workflow recommendations within the laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

+ Perform blood draws, label specimens, and centrifuge specimens as required.

+ Record maintenance data and ensure proper decontamination of equipment.

+ Update patient information accurately and efficiently.

+ Collect and store specimens following established procedures.

+ Clearly and courteously explain the venipuncture process to patients.

+ Demonstrate proper techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.

+ Fully understand and execute all physicians' orders.

+ Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes accurately.

+ Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens according to test orders.

+ Verify all test requisitions or computer labels against scripts to ensure 100% accuracy.

+ Package specimens for transport and store them at the required temperature.

+ Place samples in appropriate collection containers and label them accurately.

+ Follow specific protocols to maintain the integrity of the specimen for transport.

+ Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.

+ Attend annual department training sessions.

+ Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to address inquiries.

Essential Skills

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

+ Minimum of 1+ year' experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

+ High School Diploma or GED.

+ 2-4 years of experience in phlebotomy.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in a high-volume environment is required.

+ Confidence in performing pediatric venipunctures.

+ Ability to handle administrative tasks using specific computer systems.

+ Willingness to travel to Patient Service Centers (PSCs) and In-Office Phlebotomy (IOP) locations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pennington Gap, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.25 - $22.25/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 Pennington Gap,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 28, 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.