Phlebotomy Specialist: Blood Draw & Lab Support

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

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.