Actalent is hiring: Phlebotomist in Bethesda

Job Title: Phlebotomist

Job Description

The Phlebotomist provides expertise in blood draws and specimen preparation. Their ability to put patients at ease and obtain sufficient samples with minimal discomfort to patients across a wide demographic is critical to our commitment to high-quality care for our patients and those of our partners.

Duties may include but are not necessarily limited to the following:

* Experience doing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information, etc.

* Collects and stores specimens according to established procedures

* Properly explains in a clear but courteous manner the process of the venipuncture (blood drawing) and/or other specimen collection (ex. urine or fecal) as required

* Demonstrate technique/s using straight needles and/or butterfly needles

* Fully understand all of the physicians' orders

* Matches laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes; label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order

* Checks all test requisitions or computer label against script to ensure 100% correct

* Package specimens for transport

* Stores specimen sample according to required temperature, places samples in appropriate collection container/tube, accurately labels, follows different procedures as outlined by specific protocol deemed necessary for transport to maintain integrity of the specimen

* Understands and complies with OSHA and DEP regulations

* Wears appropriate attire including all required personal protective equipment

* Attend annual department trainings

* Answer telephone calls, read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries

* Other duties as assigned

Hard Skills

+ Certified Phlebotomist Required

+ 2+ years of experience Required

+ Phlebotomy

+ Must be experienced in Specimen Processing

+ Understanding of OSHA and DEP regulations

Soft Skills

+ Clear Communication

+ Patient Comfort

+ Attention to Detail

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Bethesda, Maryland.

Work Environment

Mon - Fri (8:30am - 5pm)

This is an oncology practice - working with one other team member.

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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.