Job Title: Phlebotomist

Job Description

The Float Phlebotomist will be responsible for performing various tasks related to specimen collection and processing, including blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data, decontamination, and updating patient information. The role requires collecting and storing specimens according to established procedures while explaining the process clearly and courteously to patients. You will demonstrate techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles, ensure all physician orders are fully understood, and match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.

ResponsibilitiesPerform blood draws, label specimens, centrifuge specimens, record maintenance data, and decontaminate equipment.Update patient information and properly explain the process of venipuncture and other specimen collections.Demonstrate techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.Understand and follow all physician orders.Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.Ensure 100% accuracy by checking all test requisitions or computer labels against scripts.Package specimens for transport and store specimen samples according to required temperatures.Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.Essential SkillsPhlebotomyVenipunctureSpecimen collectionBlood drawCustomer service skillsSpecimen processingButterfly needle techniqueData entryPediatric and geriatric phlebotomyAdditional Skills & Qualifications2-4 years of experience requiredHigh School Diploma or GED requiredMinimum of 6 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital settingProficiency with Microsoft Office SuiteWork Environment

This position requires supporting three IOP locations in McMinnville and Murfreesboro. Schedules will be made in advance to determine the specific locations where coverage is needed. There is potential to cover locations in Mt Juliet and Cookeville, with mileage expenses reimbursed when floating. Work hours are typically Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, depending on location, with some locations opening as early as 7:30 AM and closing as late as 5:30 PM.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $21.00

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 McMinnville,TN.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 16, 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.

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