Job Title: Phlebotomist I Job Description The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, troubleshooting, training, and making workflow recommendations. The role involves blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data, decontamination, and updating patient information. The position requires explaining procedures to patients, demonstrating techniques using needles, matching laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes, and ensuring compliance with OSHA and DEP regulations. Responsibilities + Perform blood draws and label specimens accurately. + Centrifuge specimens and record maintenance data. + Decontaminate work areas and update patient information. + Collect and store specimens according to established procedures. + Explain venipuncture and other specimen collection processes to patients clearly and courteously. + 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. + Check all test requisitions or computer labels against scripts for accuracy. + Package specimens for transport and store them at the required temperature. + Ensure compliance with OSHA and DEP regulations. + Attend annual department trainings. + Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries. Essential Skills + Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state of employment. + 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. + 0-2 years of experience in phlebotomy. Additional Skills & Qualifications + 3-5 years of phlebotomy experience is preferred. + Experience with pediatric and geriatric patients. + Customer service skills. + Ability to train others on the touch system and administrative tasks. + Aptitude to learn and adapt to new technology. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $18.00 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 Meadowbrook,AL. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Jan 25, 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.