Phlebotomist

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Phlebotomist Job Description This role focuses on providing high-quality, high-volume phlebotomy services while delivering excellent customer service to a diverse patient population. You will perform 20-30+ blood draws per day, help reduce patient wait times, and ensure accurate specimen collection, labeling, processing, and documentation in accordance with established procedures and safety regulations. Responsibilities + Perform 20-30+ blood draws daily using straight needles, primarily for Hispanic and pediatric patients. + Collect and store specimens according to established procedures. + Explain the venipuncture and specimen collection process clearly and courteously to patients. + Demonstrate techniques using straight and butterfly needles. + Understand and execute all physicians' orders correctly. + Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and handle specimens as required by test orders. + Check all test requisitions or computer labels against scripts to ensure accuracy. + Package specimens for transport while maintaining their integrity. + Store specimens at the required temperature and in the appropriate containers, following protocol. + Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations. + Attend annual department trainings. + Answer telephone inquiries and provide laboratory results as needed. Essential Skills + 2-3 years of phlebotomy experience in a clinical or laboratory setting. + Proficiency in performing high-volume blood draws, including 20-30+ venipunctures per day. + Strong hands-on experience using straight needles and butterfly needles for venipuncture. + Demonstrated experience collecting, labeling, and storing blood and other specimens according to established procedures. + Experience operating centrifuges and processing specimens, including splitting and freezing samples as required. + Ability to accurately match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and verify information against scripts or computer labels. + Knowledge of proper specimen packaging and transport procedures to maintain specimen integrity. + Understanding of OSHA and DEP regulations and the ability to comply with all safety and infection control standards. + Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly and courteously with patients and clinical staff. + Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. + Experience working with pediatric patients and the ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience updating patient information and maintaining accurate documentation in clinical or laboratory systems. + Ability to read and understand physicians' orders related to laboratory testing and specimen collection. + Comfort answering telephone inquiries and communicating laboratory results in a professional manner, following applicable policies. + Experience performing decontamination tasks and recording maintenance data for laboratory equipment. + Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals. + Bilingual or multilingual communication skills, especially in Spanish, are beneficial for supporting a diverse patient population. Work Environment This is an on-site role in a clinical or laboratory setting that supports a high volume of patients, including many pediatric and Hispanic patients. The schedule typically runs Monday through Friday with every other Saturday shift. The environment is fast-paced, with a strong focus on reducing patient wait times and maintaining an efficient workflow. You will work with standard phlebotomy and laboratory equipment, including straight needles, butterfly needles, specimen collection tubes, centrifuges, and temperature-controlled storage for specimens. The setting follows strict OSHA and DEP safety regulations, with established protocols for specimen handling, decontamination, and infection control. Professional clinical attire appropriate to a healthcare environment is expected.

Locations Hiring:

+ Manhattan + Brooklyn + Queens + Bronx + Nassau County + Suffolk County Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Brooklyn, NY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $26.00/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 Brooklyn,NY.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 18, 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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