Phlebotomist

Actalent; Imperial (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

PTO / Vacation or Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent in Imperial, CA is seeking a skilled phlebotomist to support laboratory operations with accurate specimen collection, processing, and patient care. This contract role emphasizes high-quality venipuncture and strict adherence to protocols.

You will collect, label, process, centrifuge, and transport specimens, verify orders, maintain records, and participate in trainings while following OSHA and regulatory standards. On-site position with benefits eligibility and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Valid Phlebotomy Certification, where required by state regulations.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 6 months of venipuncture experience in a laboratory or hospital setting.
• Approximately 5 years of phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Proficiency performing blood draws using straight and butterfly needles.
• Strong knowledge of specimen processing, handling, storage, and transportation procedures.
• Experience verifying test orders and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and patient safety.
• Knowledge of OSHA and applicable regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and blood collection procedures using straight and butterfly needles.
• Collect, label, process, centrifuge, split, freeze, and store specimens.
• Collect blood, urine, and other specimens while ensuring specimen integrity.
• Verify patient information, physician orders, and laboratory requisitions prior to collection and processing.
• Explain specimen collection procedures to patients in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ensure all specimens are accurately labeled and prepared for testing and transportation.
• Package and transport specimens according to temperature and handling requirements.
• Maintain accurate patient records and update information as needed.
• Troubleshoot specimen collection and processing issues and identify opportunities for workflow improvement.
• Record maintenance data and perform equipment cleaning and decontamination procedures.
• Respond to laboratory-related inquiries and provide information in accordance with established guidelines.
• Follow all OSHA, DEP, and laboratory safety regulations.
• Participate in required trainings and stay current on laboratory procedures and best practices.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Specimen Collection

Specimen Processing

Laboratory Operations

Patient Care

Quality Control

Documentation & Data Entry

Compliance & Safety

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy Certification

Tools

Butterfly Needles

Straight Needles

Centrifuge

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Phlebotomist to support laboratory operations through accurate specimen collection, processing, and patient care. This role is ideal for an experienced phlebotomist who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to quality, accuracy, and exceptional service.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and blood collection procedures using straight and butterfly needles.
• Collect, label, process, centrifuge, split, freeze, and store specimens according to established protocols.
• Collect blood, urine, and other specimens while ensuring specimen integrity and accuracy.
• Verify patient information, physician orders, and laboratory requisitions prior to collection and processing.
• Explain specimen collection procedures to patients in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ensure all specimens are accurately labeled and prepared for testing and transportation.
• Package and transport specimens according to temperature and handling requirements.
• Maintain accurate patient records and update information as needed.
• Troubleshoot specimen collection and processing issues and identify opportunities for workflow improvement.
• Record maintenance data and perform equipment cleaning and decontamination procedures.
• Respond to laboratory-related inquiries and provide information in accordance with established guidelines.
• Follow all OSHA, DEP, and laboratory safety regulations.
• Participate in required trainings and stay current on laboratory procedures and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Phlebotomy Certification, where required by state regulations.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 6 months of venipuncture experience in a laboratory or hospital setting.
• Approximately 5 years of phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Proficiency performing blood draws using straight and butterfly needles.
• Strong knowledge of specimen processing, handling, storage, and transportation procedures.
• Experience verifying test orders and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and patient safety.
• Knowledge of OSHA and applicable regulatory standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a high-volume laboratory, diagnostic center, or healthcare environment.
• Experience training or mentoring team members.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to identify process improvements and contribute to operational efficiency.
• Excellent customer service and patient communication skills.

Essential Skills

• Phlebotomy
• Venipuncture
• Specimen Collection
• Specimen Processing
• Laboratory Operations
• Patient Care
• Quality Control
• Documentation & Data Entry
• Compliance & Safety
• Microsoft Office Suite

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Imperial, CA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.70 - $28.00/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 fully onsite position in Imperial, CA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 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.

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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