Certified Phlebotomist

Actalent; Katy (TX); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability

HSA

Transportation benefits

EAP

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Phlebotomist II to join a fast-paced laboratory or hospital team in Katy, TX. You will perform venipuncture and specimen processing, ensuring patient comfort and sample integrity while adhering to safety standards.

The role requires 3+ years of phlebotomy experience, with certification preferred. This contract position offers benefits and a chance to grow in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of phlebotomy experience in a hospital, laboratory, or high-volume clinical setting.
• Experience with all blood collection tube types and specimen processing.
• Comfortable working with pediatric and geriatric patients.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and collections using straight and butterfly needles for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Collect, label, process, centrifuge, store, and prepare specimens for testing and transport.
• Verify patient information, physician orders, and laboratory requisitions for accuracy.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, DEP, HIPAA, and laboratory safety standards.
• Document patient and specimen information accurately in laboratory systems.
• Support workflow improvements, troubleshoot specimen issues, and assist with staff training when needed.

Skills

Phlebotomy expertise

Communication skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy certification preferred

Job description

We are hiring for Phlebotomist II

Phlebotomist II

Join a fast-paced laboratory or hospital team where you'll play a key role in delivering accurate, high-quality patient care. The Phlebotomist II is responsible for performing venipuncture, capillary collections, specimen processing, and sample handling while ensuring patient comfort and specimen integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform blood collections using straight and butterfly needles for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.

• Collect, label, process, centrifuge, store, and prepare specimens for testing and transport.

• Verify patient information, physician orders, and laboratory requisitions for accuracy.

• Maintain compliance with OSHA, DEP, HIPAA, and laboratory safety standards.

• Document patient and specimen information accurately in laboratory systems.

• Support workflow improvements, troubleshoot specimen issues, and assist with staff training when needed.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of phlebotomy experience in a hospital, laboratory, or high-volume clinical setting.

• Strong experience with all blood collection tube types, specimen processing, and handling.

• Comfortable working with pediatric and geriatric patients.

• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and customer service skills.

• Phlebotomy certification preferred.

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Why Join?

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled phlebotomist who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values patient care, and is looking to grow within a collaborative healthcare team.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Katy, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 hybrid position in Katy,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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