Job Title: Phlebotomist IJob Description The Phlebotomist I plays a crucial role in assisting with various duties, troubleshooting processes, training, and providing recommendations to enhance workflow efficiency. The position involves performing blood draws, labeling, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data, decontaminating areas, and updating patient information. Responsibilities + Perform blood draws and label specimens in accordance with established procedures. + Centrifuge specimens and record maintenance data. + Decontaminate areas and update patient information. + Explain the process of venipuncture and specimen collection in a clear and courteous manner. + Demonstrate techniques using straight and butterfly needles. + Understand and follow physicians' orders accurately. + Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes. + Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens according to test orders. + Verify test requisitions against scripts to ensure accuracy. + Package specimens for transport and store them at the required temperature. + Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations. + Attend annual department trainings. + Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries. Essential Skills + Proficiency in phlebotomy and blood draws. + Patient care expertise, including venipuncture and specimen collection. + Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state of employment. + Minimum of 6 months' experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting. + Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. + High School Diploma or GED. + 0-2 years of experience in a related field. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with pediatric and geriatric patient care. + Healthcare knowledge, particularly in drawing blood. Work Environment The position is based in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting. The role requires compliance with safety regulations and procedures to maintain the integrity of specimens during transport. The environment necessitates attention to detail and efficient workflow management. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/hr. 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 Gastonia,NC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 22, 2025. 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. 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. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.