Phlebotomist

Talentify; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

HSA

Job summary

Actalent is hiring a Phlebotomist II for a Gainesville, GA site. The role focuses on venipuncture, specimen collection, and accurate processing in a fast-paced clinical environment.

The candidate will perform blood draws, label specimens, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while delivering excellent patient service. A CPT credential and HS diploma are preferred, with onsite work and contract-to-hire potential.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomist II performs venipunctures and specimen collection with accuracy.
• Adheres to OSHA/DEP regulations and safety standards.
• Proficient with labeling, centrifugation, and specimen processing.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures and blood draws with accuracy.
• Collect and store specimens per procedures and protocols.
• Explain procedures to patients to ensure understanding and comfort.
• Label and match requisitions to tubes for 100% correctness.
• Centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by tests.
• Maintain documentation and update patient information.
• Package specimens for transport and ensure specimen integrity.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

OSHA/DEP compliance

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPT certification (Certified Phlebotomy Technician)

Tools

Straight needles

Butterfly needles

Job description

About this job

Actalent is Hiring a Team of Phlebotomists!!

Job Description

The Phlebotomist II plays a key role in supporting laboratory operations by performing blood draws and specimen collection, processing, and documentation while assisting with troubleshooting, training, and workflow improvement. This position focuses on accurate and efficient venipuncture, exceptional patient service, and strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures and blood draws using straight needles and butterfly needles with a high level of accuracy and care.
• Collect and store specimens, including blood, urine, and fecal samples, according to established procedures and protocols.
• Clearly and courteously explain the venipuncture and specimen collection process to patients to ensure understanding and comfort.
• Label specimens accurately and match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes to ensure 100% correctness.
• Centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by specific test orders and protocols.
• Record maintenance data and perform decontamination tasks in accordance with laboratory standards.
• Update patient information and ensure all documentation is complete, accurate, and timely.
• Package specimens for transport and maintain specimen integrity by following required temperature and handling procedures.
• Follow different procedures outlined by specific protocols to ensure proper specimen collection, storage, and transport.
• Fully understand and interpret physicians orders related to laboratory tests and specimen requirements.
• Check all test requisitions or computer-generated labels against scripts or orders to verify accuracy.
• Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
• Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and all relevant safety and compliance requirements.
• Attend annual department trainings and maintain up-to-date knowledge of procedures, regulations, and best practices.
• Contribute to troubleshooting efforts and make recommendations to improve workflow and efficiency within the laboratory.
• Provide great customer service to patients and clinical staff while working at a fast pace.
• Valid phlebotomy certification for the state of employment, where required.
• Minimum of 6 months of work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting.
• 24 years of overall experience in a medical, laboratory, or related clinical environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in phlebotomy, including blood draws and venipuncture.
• Experience with specimen collection and processing, including labeling, centrifuging, splitting, and freezing specimens.
• Ability to use straight needles and butterfly needles confidently and safely.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to interact with patients in a courteous and clear manner.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite for basic documentation and data entry tasks.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to work effectively at a fast pace while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) or equivalent credential, where applicable.
• Experience working in a medical laboratory or clinical setting.
• Specimen processing experience, including handling various specimen types and following protocol-specific procedures.
• Bilingual Spanish language skills are preferred and beneficial for patient communication.
• Strong communication skills for explaining procedures and responding to inquiries.
• Knowledge of OSHA and DEP regulations and laboratory safety practices.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service in a healthcare environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gainesville, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Gainesville,GA.

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.

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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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, for Phlebotomists, the occupation this job title matches. It describes the occupation, not this job.

The median wage for Phlebotomists in Georgia was 22.04 USD per hour (45,840 USD per year) in May 2025; the middle half earned 17.67–24.16 USD per hour.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025