Phlebotomist Job Opportunity!

Job Description

The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, troubleshooting, training, and making workflow recommendations. This role involves collecting and storing specimens according to established procedures and explaining the process of venipuncture and other specimen collections to patients in a clear and courteous manner.

Responsibilities

• Experience doing blood draws labeling specimens centrifuging specimens recording maintenance data and decontamination updating patient information etc.

• Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures.

• Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture blood drawing and or other specimen collection ex. urine or fecal as required.

• Demonstrate technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.

• Fully understand all of the physicians' orders. Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.

• Label centrifuge split and freeze specimens as required by test order.

• Check all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100 correct.

• Package specimens for transport.

• Stores specimen sample according to required temperature.

Essential Skills

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

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

• High School Diploma or GED.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills.

• Experience with specimen processing and data entry.

• Ability to follow protocols to maintain specimen integrity during transport.

Work Environment

Monday - Friday 9:00AM-5:30PM, rotating Saturdays 12:30PM - 4:30PM

The work environment includes a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting. The role involves interacting with patients and handling various laboratory equipment and technologies.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $20.00/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 Ithaca,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 3, 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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are 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

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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.