Phlebotomist

Actalent, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Life

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO/Leave

Job summary

Actalent, Inc. is seeking an experienced phlebotomist to perform high-quality blood draws and specimen collection while supporting efficient laboratory workflow.

You will assist with troubleshooting and training, and recommend process improvements to ensure specimens are collected, processed, and documented accurately and safely. The role requires strong phlebotomy skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to courteous communication with patients and healthcare staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid phlebotomy certification for the state of employment, where required.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience in phlebotomy or a related clinical laboratory role.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws using venipuncture techniques for patients of all ages.
• Collect and store blood and other specimens according to procedures.
• Explain venipuncture and specimen collection processes to patients clearly and courteously.
• Match requisition forms to specimen tubes for accurate identification and test ordering.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test orders and lab protocols.
• Verify test requisitions against orders or labels for 100% accuracy.
• Package specimens for transport, maintaining specimen integrity.
• Update patient information in the system accurately.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Patient communication

Specimen handling

Regulatory compliance

Equipment troubleshooting

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy certification

Job description

This phlebotomist role focuses on performing high-quality blood draws and specimen collection while supporting efficient laboratory workflow. You will assist with troubleshooting, training, and recommending process improvements, ensuring that all specimens are collected, processed, and documented accurately and in accordance with established procedures and safety regulations. The position requires strong technical phlebotomy skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to clear, courteous communication with patients and healthcare staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws using appropriate venipuncture techniques, including straight needles and butterfly needles, for patients of all ages.
• Collect and store blood and other specimens, such as urine or fecal samples, according to established procedures and protocols.
• Explain the venipuncture and specimen collection process clearly and courteously to patients to ensure understanding and comfort.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes to ensure accurate identification and proper test ordering.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by specific test orders and laboratory protocols.
• Verify all test requisitions or computer-generated labels against the physician’s orders or scripts to ensure 100% accuracy.
• Package specimens for transport, following established procedures to maintain specimen integrity during handling and shipment.
• Store specimen samples at the required temperatures and place them in appropriate collection containers or tubes, following protocol for each test type.
• Update patient information accurately in the system and ensure all documentation is complete and current.
• Record maintenance data and perform decontamination tasks in accordance with laboratory standards and procedures.
• Understand and fully interpret physicians’ orders to ensure correct tests and procedures are performed.
• Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and all applicable safety and regulatory requirements.
• Attend annual department trainings and other required educational sessions to maintain knowledge of current procedures and regulations.
• Answer telephone calls in a professional manner and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries, as permitted by policy.
• Assist with troubleshooting issues related to specimen collection, processing, and workflow, and make recommendations for process improvements.
• Participate in training activities, demonstrating proper phlebotomy techniques and procedures to others as needed.
• Provide courteous, customer-focused service to patients, clinicians, and colleagues throughout the collection and processing process.
• Proven phlebotomy experience, including a minimum of 2 years performing blood draws.
• Demonstrated proficiency in venipuncture using straight needles and butterfly needles.
• Experience with pediatric blood draws and specimen collection across all age groups.
• Hands-on experience in specimen processing, including labeling, centrifuging, splitting, freezing, and packaging specimens.
• Ability to accurately match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and verify orders against scripts or computer labels.
• Strong understanding of OSHA and DEP regulations and ability to comply with all safety and regulatory requirements.
• Customer service experience, with the ability to interact courteously and professionally with patients and healthcare staff.
• Ability to clearly explain blood draw and specimen collection procedures to patients in an understandable and reassuring manner.
• Competence in updating patient information and maintaining accurate records and maintenance logs.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid phlebotomy certification for the state of employment, where required.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience in phlebotomy or a related clinical laboratory role.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience handling a variety of specimen types, including blood, urine, and fecal samples.
• Familiarity with CPT coding and related documentation in a clinical or laboratory setting.
• Experience working in a primary care or outpatient clinical environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in labeling, documentation, and order verification.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $25.00/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 Richmond,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Employer 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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