Phlebotomist I Job at Actalent in Syracuse
Actalent, Syracuse, NY, United States, 13235
Phlebotomist I
Job Description
Summary: The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, troubleshooting, training, and making workflow recommendations.
Position Responsibilities:
+ Perform blood draws, label specimens, centrifuge specimens, record maintenance data, and decontamination.
+ Update patient information and collect/store specimens according to established procedures.
+ Explain the process of venipuncture, blood drawing, and other specimen collections in a clear and courteous manner.
+ Demonstrate techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
+ Fully understand all of the physicians' orders and match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
+ Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order, ensuring 100% accuracy.
+ Package specimens for transport and store them according to required temperature.
+ Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
+ Attend annual department trainings and answer telephone inquiries by reading laboratory results.
Hard Skills
+ Phlebotomy
+ Blood Draw
+ Venipuncture
+ Pediatrics
+ Butterfly Needles
+ Hard Sticks
+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Soft Skills
+ Clear and courteous communication
+ Attention to detail
+ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
+ Troubleshooting
+ Training others
+ Workflow management
Job Type
This is a contract position with a duration of 13 Weekly.
Work Environment
Busy Patient Service Center. This is a fast-paced site, ideal for someone with experience in handling higher volumes.
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.