Phlebotomist II

Actalent; Shirley (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 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

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off

Job summary

Actalent, based in Shirley, NY, seeks a Phlebotomist II to perform venipuncture and specimen collection with precision in a fast-paced clinical setting.

You will ensure proper labeling, testing order verification, and specimen handling while maintaining strict safety standards and regulatory compliance. This contract role offers onsite work with opportunities for skill development and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Valid phlebotomy certification for the state of employment.
• Minimum of 6 months of work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting.
• 24 years of overall experience in a related healthcare or laboratory environment.
• Proficiency in performing blood draws using straight needles and butterfly needles.
• Strong phlebotomy skills, including specimen collection, labeling, centrifuging, splitting, and freezing.
• Ability to match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and verify test orders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite for basic documentation and communication tasks.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to understand and interpret physicians orders related to laboratory testing.
• Knowledge of OSHA and DEP regulations and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and blood draws with accuracy and care.
• Collect and store blood, urine, fecal, and other specimens per procedures.
• Explain venipuncture process to patients to ensure comfort.
• Verify test orders and match requisitions to tubes for 100% accuracy.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required.
• Check requisitions against labels before processing.
• Package specimens for transport maintaining integrity and temperature.
• Store specimens at appropriate temperatures and containers.
• Follow protocols to ensure specimens are suitable for transport and testing.
• Adhere to OSHA and DEP regulations and maintain a safe environment.
• Attend annual trainings and stay updated on procedures and safety.
• Answer inquiries professionally and assist with troubleshooting.
• Assist with training others on phlebotomy techniques and specimen handling.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Specimen labeling

Communication

Laboratory safety

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy certification

Job description

Job Title: Phlebotomist IIJob Description

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and blood draws using straight needles and butterfly needles with a high level of accuracy and care.

• Collect and store blood, urine, fecal, and other specimens in accordance with established procedures and test requirements.

• Clearly and courteously explain the venipuncture and specimen collection process to patients to ensure understanding and comfort.

• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and verify all test orders to ensure 100% accuracy.

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

• Check all test requisitions or computer-generated labels against the script or order to confirm correctness before processing.

• Package specimens for transport and maintain specimen integrity by following required temperature, container, and handling procedures.

• Store specimens at appropriate temperatures and place samples in the correct collection containers or tubes with accurate labeling.

• Follow detailed procedures specific to each protocol to ensure specimens are suitable for transport and testing.

• Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations, maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.

• Attend annual department trainings and maintain up-to-date knowledge of procedures, safety standards, and systems.

• Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results when needed to respond to inquiries in a professional manner.

• Assist with troubleshooting and workflow recommendations to improve efficiency and quality in the laboratory.

• Support training efforts by demonstrating proper phlebotomy techniques and specimen handling to team members as needed.

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 related healthcare or laboratory environment.

• Proficiency in performing blood draws using straight needles and butterfly needles.

• Strong phlebotomy skills, including specimen collection, labeling, centrifuging, splitting, and freezing.

• Ability to accurately match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and verify test orders.

• Competence in updating patient information and recording maintenance data in accordance with procedures.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite for basic documentation and communication tasks.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Ability to understand and fully interpret physicians orders related to laboratory testing.

• Knowledge of OSHA and DEP regulations and ability to adhere to safety and compliance standards.

• Clear, courteous communication skills for explaining procedures and responding to inquiries.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and maintain accuracy under pressure.

• Color vision sufficient to accurately read and interpret labels, specimens, and related documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience specifically focused on phlebotomy and specimen collection.

• Experience working in a busy lab or hospital setting with high specimen volumes.

• Comfort working primarily on high-volume days such as Fridays, Saturdays, and Mondays.

• Willingness to participate in ongoing training, including annual department training sessions.

• Ability to learn and use laboratory computer systems, with training provided during less busy periods.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining specimen integrity and accurate documentation.

• Ability to work collaboratively with a team, focusing on phlebotomy tasks while other team members manage computer-related work.

• Adaptability to changing workflows and willingness to contribute to process improvements.

Work Environment

This role is based in a busy clinical unit in New York, with a focus on high-volume specimen collection on the busiest days of the week. The schedule typically includes Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with additional Saturday shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m when the site is open. During peak times, you will primarily perform blood draws and specimen collection, while other team members handle computer-based tasks. Training on the laboratory computer systems is provided during less busy periods, allowing you to build confidence with the technology at a manageable pace. The environment is fast-paced, patient-focused, and highly collaborative, with a strong emphasis on safety, regulatory compliance, and maintaining specimen integrity. Color vision screening is required due to the need for accurate reading of labels and specimens. The role involves working in a clinical setting where professional attire appropriate to a healthcare environment is expected.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Shirley, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Shirley, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Shirley,NY.

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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