Phlebotomist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Short/long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Actalent is hiring a Phlebotomist II to support laboratory operations in Gainesville, GA. The role emphasizes accurate venipuncture, specimen collection, processing, and thorough documentation in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities include blood draws, specimen labeling, transport, and compliance with OSHA/DEP standards. On-site, contract-to-hire with a 40-hour week and Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• Valid phlebotomy certification for the state of employment, where required.
• Minimum of 6 months of venipuncture experience in a fast-paced lab 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: labeling, centrifuging, splitting, freezing.
• Ability to use straight needles and butterfly needles confidently and safely.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to interact with patients politely.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite for documentation and data entry.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to work quickly while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures and blood draws with high accuracy and care.
• Collect and store specimens (blood, urine, fecal) per procedures.
• Explain venipuncture and collection process to patients for comfort.
• Label specimens accurately and match requisitions to tubes.
• Centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test orders.
• Update patient information and ensure documentation is complete and timely.
• Package specimens for transport and maintain specimen integrity.
• Follow protocols to ensure proper collection, storage, and transport.
• Interpret physicians orders related to tests and specimen requirements.
• Check test requisitions or labels for accuracy.

Skills

Phlebotomy proficiency

Patient service

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication skills

Spanish preferred

Specimen collection

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy Certification (CPT or equivalent)

Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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.

Essential Skills

• 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.

Work Environment

This role is based in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting with regular interaction with patients and clinical staff. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Work involves frequent use of phlebotomy equipment, specimen collection materials, and computer systems, including Microsoft Office Suite. The environment requires strict adherence to safety and regulatory guidelines, including OSHA and DEP standards, and participation in annual department trainings. The position emphasizes accuracy, efficiency, and professionalism in all aspects of specimen collection and processing.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are 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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