Floater Phlebotomist- Hudson County

Actalent
Jersey City, NJ

Job Title: Floater Phlebotomist
Job Description

We are seeking a Floater Phlebotomist with experience in performing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data, and decontaminating equipment. The ideal candidate will update patient information and ensure the collection and storage of specimens adhere to established procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Collect and store specimens according to established procedures.
  • Explain the venipuncture and specimen collection processes clearly and courteously.
  • Demonstrate techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
  • Fully understand all physicians' orders.
  • Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes, and label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required.
  • Ensure 100% accuracy by checking all test requisitions or computer labels against scripts.
  • Package specimens for transport and maintain specimen integrity by following specific protocols.
  • Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
  • Attend annual department trainings.
  • Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.
Essential Skills
  • Blood draw experience
  • Phlebotomy expertise
  • Experience with high volume blood draws
  • Proficiency with straight needle technique
  • Experience with centrifuging specimens
  • Knowledge of blood pressure procedures
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • GED or High School Diploma
  • 2 years of phlebotomy experience in a high volume patient service center or oncology center
Work Environment

This position is a floating role based out of the Jersey City office, requiring travel within the county, up to 30-50 miles. Mileage reimbursement is provided for tolls and parking. Work hours are Monday to Friday, with shifts between 7 am and 7 pm, totaling an 8-hour work day.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Jersey City, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/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 Jersey City,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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