Phlebotomist Job at Actalent in Jackson Heights

Active Phlebotomist Opening in NYC!

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and proficient Phlebotomist with at least 2 years of recent phlebotomy experience. The ideal candidate must be comfortable performing venipunctures independently from day one, possess strong communication skills, and be reliable and punctual. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws, label specimens, centrifuge specimens, record maintenance data, and decontaminate equipment.
• Update patient information accurately.
• Collect and store specimens according to established procedures.
• Clearly and courteously explain the process of venipuncture and other specimen collections (e.g., urine or fecal) to patients.
• Demonstrate techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
• Check all test requisitions or computer labels against scripts to ensure 100% accuracy.
• Package specimens for transport.
• Store specimen samples according to required temperatures and follow specific protocols to maintain the integrity of the specimens during transport.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.
• Proficiency with straight needles and comfortable performing venipunctures independently from day one.
• Strong communication skills.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in specimen collection.
• Capability to perform mock blood draws with phlebotomy professionals.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.