Phlebotomist - Blood Draw Expert & Lab Ops

Actalent; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Phlebotomist for a contract-to-hire role in Herndon, VA. The ideal candidate will perform blood draws, label and centrifuge specimens, and maintain accurate patient information in a primary care setting. Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, on-site.

Requirements include state-certified phlebotomist, HS diploma or GED, 2–4 years of venipuncture experience, and strong customer service skills. CPT coding experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy certification valid in the state of employment.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2-4 years of experience in blood draws and specimen processing.
• Proficiency in venipuncture techniques.
• Experience with pediatric blood draws.
• Strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
• Label and centrifuge specimens as per test order requirements.
• Record maintenance data and ensure proper decontamination procedures.
• Update patient information accurately.
• Collect and store specimens according to established procedures.
• Explain venipuncture and collection processes to patients.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and ensure 100% accuracy.
• Package specimens for transport and store them at required temperatures.
• Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
• Attend annual department trainings.
• Answer telephone inquiries and read laboratory results as needed.

Skills

Phlebotomy certification

High School Diploma

2-4 years experience

Venipuncture techniques

Pediatric blood draws

Customer service

CPT coding

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CPT coding

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Phlebotomist for a contract-to-hire role in Herndon, VA. The ideal candidate will perform blood draws, label and centrifuge specimens, and maintain accurate patient information in a primary care setting. Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, on-site.

Requirements include state-certified phlebotomist, HS diploma or GED, 2–4 years of venipuncture experience, and strong customer service skills. CPT coding experience is a plus.