Phlebotomist II

Actalent; Camas (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Life Insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Phlebotomist II to perform venipunctures and specimen collection in a fast-paced hospital or lab environment. You will label, process, and store samples, explain procedures to patients, and ensure orders are accurate and compliant with safety standards.

The role emphasizes accurate specimen handling, documentation, and teamwork, with a typical day drawing blood for about 25 patients and following strict regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• Valid phlebotomy certification for the state of employment, where required.
• At least 6 months of work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Overall 24 years of work experience.
• Proficiency in phlebotomy, including blood draws, venipuncture, and specimen collection.
• Ability to collect and handle specimens accurately according to established procedures.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to communicate clearly and courteously with patients.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow physicians orders and laboratory protocols.
• Knowledge of and adherence to OSHA and DEP regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures and blood draws using straight needles and butterfly needles in a safe, efficient, and professional manner.
• Collect, label, and store blood and other specimens, such as urine or fecal samples, according to established procedures and test requirements.
• Clearly and courteously explain venipuncture and other specimen collection procedures to patients to ensure understanding and comfort.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and verify that all information is accurate and complete.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by specific test orders and protocols.
• Check all test requisitions or computer-generated labels against physician orders or scripts to ensure 100% accuracy.
• Package specimens for transport, following all procedures necessary to maintain specimen integrity.
• Store specimen samples at the required temperature and place them in appropriate collection containers or tubes, following protocol for each test.
• Record maintenance data and perform decontamination procedures in accordance with laboratory standards.
• Update patient information accurately in the system and maintain thorough documentation of all activities.
• Understand and fully interpret physicians orders to ensure proper test selection and specimen handling.
• Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and all applicable safety and quality standards.
• Attend annual department trainings and remain current with procedural and regulatory updates.
• Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to address inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
• Assist with troubleshooting routine issues and make workflow recommendations to improve efficiency and quality.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient communication

OSHA/DEP knowledge

Attention to detail

Customer service

Time management

Tech proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Phlebotomy certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Phlebotomist IIJob Description

The Phlebotomist II supports a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting by performing high-quality venipunctures and specimen collections, troubleshooting routine issues, and contributing to efficient workflow. This role focuses on accurate specimen handling, clear patient communication, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards while providing courteous service to patients across all age groups, from pediatrics to geriatrics.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures and blood draws using straight needles and butterfly needles in a safe, efficient, and professional manner.

• Collect, label, and store blood and other specimens, such as urine or fecal samples, according to established procedures and test requirements.

• Clearly and courteously explain venipuncture and other specimen collection procedures to patients to ensure understanding and comfort.

• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and verify that all information is accurate and complete.

• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by specific test orders and protocols.

• Check all test requisitions or computer-generated labels against physician orders or scripts to ensure 100% accuracy.

• Package specimens for transport, following all procedures necessary to maintain specimen integrity.

• Store specimen samples at the required temperature and place them in appropriate collection containers or tubes, following protocol for each test.

• Record maintenance data and perform decontamination procedures in accordance with laboratory standards.

• Update patient information accurately in the system and maintain thorough documentation of all activities.

• Understand and fully interpret physicians orders to ensure proper test selection and specimen handling.

• Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and all applicable safety and quality standards.

• Attend annual department trainings and remain current with procedural and regulatory updates.

• Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to address inquiries in a professional and timely manner.

• Assist with troubleshooting routine issues and make workflow recommendations to improve efficiency and quality.

Essential Skills

• Valid phlebotomy certification for the state of employment, where required.

• At least 6 months of work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting.

• High school diploma or GED.

• Overall 24 years of work experience.

• Proficiency in phlebotomy, including blood draws, venipuncture, and specimen collection.

• Ability to collect and handle specimens accurately according to established procedures.

• Strong customer service skills and the ability to communicate clearly and courteously with patients.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to read, understand, and follow physicians orders and laboratory protocols.

• Knowledge of and adherence to OSHA and DEP regulations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with patients across a wide age range, including pediatrics through geriatric populations.

• Ability to manage a daily workload of approximately 25 patients while maintaining accuracy and quality.

• Strong attention to detail when labeling, matching requisitions, and verifying test orders.

• Comfort with answering phone inquiries and communicating laboratory results as directed.

• Willingness to participate in ongoing training and adapt to updated procedures and regulations.

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, specimens, and documentation in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment

This role is based in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting where the Phlebotomist II will see a wide range of patients, from pediatrics to geriatric individuals. The typical schedule runs from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with a daily workload of drawing blood from roughly 25 patients. The environment involves frequent use of phlebotomy equipment such as straight needles, butterfly needles, collection tubes, and centrifuges, as well as computer systems and the Microsoft Office Suite for documentation and communication. The position requires strict adherence to safety protocols and regulatory standards, including OSHA and DEP regulations, and involves regular participation in departmental trainings to maintain high-quality and compliant laboratory practices.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Camas, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.11 - $23.11/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Camas, WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Camas,WA.

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.

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