Phlebotomist

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Phlebotomist Job Description The primary role of a Phlebotomist is to assist in various tasks, troubleshoot issues, provide training, and offer recommendations for workflow improvements. Responsibilities Perform blood draws, label specimens, centrifuge specimens, and record maintenance data. Decontaminate and update patient information. Collect and store specimens according to established procedures. Clearly and courteously explain the venipuncture process and other specimen collections, such as urine or fecal, as required. Demonstrate techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles. Understand and follow all physicians' orders. Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes, label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test orders. Verify test requisitions or computer labels against script for accuracy. Package specimens for transport and store samples at the required temperature. Place samples in appropriate collection containers/tubes and accurately label them. Follow specific procedures to maintain the integrity of specimens during transport. Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations. Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries. Essential Skills Phlebotomy Blood draw and collection Customer service Phlebotomy certification Butterfly needle technique Laboratory processing Medical knowledge Patient information handling Centrifuge operation Specimen labeling and processing Additional Skills & Qualifications Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state of employment, if required. Minimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting. Pediatric and adult drawing skills required, as the role involves seeing patients of all age groups. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. High School Diploma or GED with 0-2 years of experience. Work Environment This role requires work in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting. The position involves direct interaction with patients and medical staff, requiring professionalism and adherence to safety protocols. The work schedule may vary, and the dress code typically involves wearing appropriate medical attire. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jackson, NJ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Jackson,NJ.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 17, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.