Job Title: Phlebotomist

Job Description

Summary: The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, troubleshooting, training, and making workflow recommendations.

Responsibilities

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

• Update patient information.

• Collect and store specimens according to established procedures.

• Explain the process of venipuncture, blood drawing, and other specimen collection (e.g., urine or fecal) in a clear and courteous manner.

• Demonstrate techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.

• Understand all physicians' orders fully.

• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.

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

• Check all test requisitions or computer labels against scripts to ensure 100% accuracy.

• Package specimens for transport.

• Store specimen samples according to required temperatures and place samples in appropriate collection containers/tubes, accurately labeling and following procedures necessary for transport to maintain the integrity of the specimen.

• Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.

• Attend annual department trainings.

• Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Experience with Pediatrics to Geriatrics required.

• 2-4 years of experience as a Phlebotomist in an outpatient, patient service center, or hospital setting required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with blood draw, venipuncture, sample collection, phlebotomy, specimen collection, and specimen processing.

• Professionalism and customer service orientation.

Work Environment

The work environment is a doctor's office. Up to 20 draws are required daily. The worker is expected to stand for 50% of the time. The specialties include geriatric and pediatric care, with at least two years of phlebotomy experience preferred. The role involves working both with a team and alone at times. The schedule is Monday-Thursday from 8:30am-5:00pm

Friday from 8:30am-3:00pm

With a rotation on Saturdays.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $24.00/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 Rockville,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 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.

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.

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