Phlebotomist II - Warren

Job Title: Phlebotomist II

Schedule: Monday thru Friday - 8 AM to 4:30 PM

Pay Rate: $21.00

Job Description

The Phlebotomist II performs high-quality blood draws and specimen collections in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting, ensuring accurate labeling, handling, and documentation in accordance with established procedures and regulatory standards. This role supports daily laboratory operations by troubleshooting issues, assisting with training, and recommending workflow improvements while providing clear, courteous communication to patients and healthcare staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and blood draws using straight needles and butterfly needles in accordance with established procedures.

• Collect, handle, and store blood, urine, fecal, and other specimens following standard protocols to maintain specimen integrity.

• Explain venipuncture, blood draw, and other specimen collection procedures to patients in a clear, courteous, and professional manner.

• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and verify that patient information and test orders are correct.

• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by specific test orders and protocols.

• Check all test requisitions or computer-generated labels against the script or order to ensure 100% accuracy.

• Package specimens for transport, ensuring they are placed in appropriate containers or tubes and stored at required temperatures.

• Follow detailed procedures for specimen transport to preserve the integrity and stability of the samples.

• Record maintenance data and perform decontamination procedures in accordance with laboratory guidelines.

• Update patient information accurately in the system and maintain clear, complete documentation of all collections.

Essential Skills

• Valid phlebotomy certification for the state of employment, where required.

• Minimum of 6 months of work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting.

• 2-4 years of overall experience in a related healthcare or laboratory role.

• Proven proficiency in performing venipuncture and blood draws using straight needles and butterfly needles.

• Demonstrated experience in labeling, centrifuging, splitting, freezing, and packaging specimens according to test orders.

Work Environment

• This role operates in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital environment that requires frequent interaction with patients, clinicians, and laboratory staff.

• The position involves regular use of phlebotomy equipment such as straight needles, butterfly needles, collection tubes, centrifuges, and specimen transport containers, as well as computer systems and Microsoft Office Suite for documentation and communication.

• Work includes handling blood and other biological specimens, following strict protocols for storage, temperature control, and decontamination to maintain safety and specimen integrity.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Warren, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 Warren,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 4, 2026.

About Actalent

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