Hiring a Phlebotomist for a Stamford/Greenwich Float Position!

Job Description

Summary: The main function of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, troubleshooting, training, and making workflow recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Experience in performing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data, and decontamination.

• Updating patient information and collecting and storing specimens according to established procedures.

• Properly explaining the process of venipuncture, blood drawing, or other specimen collection (e.g., urine or fecal) as required.

• Demonstrating techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.

• Fully understanding all of the physicians' orders and matching laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.

• Labeling, centrifuging, splitting, and freezing specimens as required by test order.

• Checking all test requisitions or computer labels against scripts to ensure 100% accuracy.

• Packaging specimens for transport and storing specimen samples according to required temperature.

• Placing samples in appropriate collection containers/tubes, accurately labeling, and following different procedures as outlined by specific protocols necessary for transport to maintain the integrity of the specimen.

• Understanding and complying with OSHA and DEP regulations.

• Attending annual department trainings and answering telephone calls, reading laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

Essential Skills

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state of employment (if required).

• Minimum of 12 months' work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

• High School Diploma or GED.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proven track record in providing exceptional customer service.

• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.

• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.

• Comfortable working under minimal supervision.

• Reliable transportation and clean driving record (if applicable).

• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.

• Knowledge of different gauges and phlebotomy techniques.

• Ability to enter data correctly in different EMRs.

• Excellent customer service skills due to high volume of patients.

• Specimen collection and venipuncture skills.

Work Environment

• Work Schedule: Varying schedule 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm.

• Every other Saturday once training has been completed.

• Work Locations: Cos Cob, Greenwich & Stamford, CT.

• The candidate will be floating to both locations and will train at a Stamford site for either 3-6 weeks depending on learning speed.

• Fast-paced environment with 100+ patients daily.

• New facility offering experience similar to a hospital setting.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.11/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 Stamford,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 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.

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.

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