Phlebotomist

Job Title: Phlebotomist II – 2nd Shift
Job Description

This Phlebotomist II role focuses on performing high‑volume blood draws and specimen collection across all age groups in a hospital setting during the 2nd shift. You support inpatient phlebotomy services, ensure accurate specimen processing, and contribute to smooth laboratory operations by troubleshooting issues, training as needed, and recommending workflow improvements. The position requires strong technical phlebotomy skills, excellent customer service, and the ability to work independently while maintaining strict quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform 30–50 blood draws per day, including inpatient phlebotomy and morning rounds, for patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric.
• Collect blood and other specimens (such as urine and fecal samples) according to established procedures and protocols.
• Explain venipuncture and other specimen collection procedures clearly and courteously to patients to ensure understanding and comfort.
• Demonstrate and perform phlebotomy techniques using straight needles and butterfly needles as appropriate for each patient.
• Accurately match laboratory requisition forms or computer-generated labels to specimen tubes and verify all orders against scripts to ensure 100% accuracy.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by specific test orders and protocols.
• Store specimens at the required temperatures and place them in appropriate collection containers or tubes to maintain specimen integrity.
• Package specimens correctly for transport, following all procedures necessary to preserve sample quality.
• Perform specimen processing tasks, including centrifugation, labeling, and preparation for testing in areas such as chemistry, hematology, microbiology, coagulation, and urinalysis.
• Record maintenance data and perform decontamination tasks in accordance with laboratory procedures.
• Update and maintain accurate patient information and specimen documentation in the appropriate systems.
• Answer telephone calls and relay or read laboratory results as needed to satisfy inquiries in a professional manner.
• Understand and fully interpret physicians’ orders related to laboratory testing and specimen requirements.
• Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and attend required annual departmental trainings.
• Assist with front desk processing, including basic administrative and intake tasks related to specimen handling.
• Support stocking and supply management to ensure phlebotomy and processing areas remain fully equipped.
• Participate in troubleshooting collection or processing issues and make recommendations to improve workflow efficiency.
• Complete initial training on systems and then transition to hands-on work following established training timelines.

Essential Skills

• At least 2+ years of phlebotomy experience in a hospital setting.
• Demonstrated experience performing 30+ blood draws per day across all age groups, including pediatric and geriatric patients.
• Proficiency in venipuncture using both straight needles and butterfly needles.
• Hands-on experience with specimen collection, labeling, centrifuging, splitting, freezing, and packaging for transport.
• Ability to accurately match laboratory requisitions or computer labels to specimen tubes and verify orders against scripts.
• Strong understanding of specimen handling requirements for chemistry, hematology, microbiology, coagulation, and urinalysis testing.
• Knowledge of and adherence to OSHA and DEP safety and regulatory standards.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to communicate clearly and courteously with patients and clinical staff.
• Ability to read, understand, and execute physicians’ orders accurately.
• Capability to work independently, including managing a full workload alone in an inpatient or IOP environment.
• Willingness and ability to work off-shift hours, specifically 2nd shift.
• Comfort with high levels of walking and standing throughout the shift.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Hospital phlebotomy experience is required.
• Experience working in an inpatient or IOP (Interventional or outpatient) environment is highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with front desk processing and basic administrative tasks in a clinical or laboratory setting.
• Exposure to or certification through professional organizations such as ASCP or AMT is a plus.
• Experience with heel sticks is preferred but not required.
• Ability to adapt to a high-volume environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to improving workflow and processes.

Work Environment

This role is based in a hospital environment with a focus on inpatient phlebotomy and an IOP setting, including work in an OBGYN area. The position operates on a 2nd shift schedule from 02:00 to 10:00, Tuesday through Saturday. You can expect to handle an average of 30–50 patients per day, including pediatric and geriatric populations. The work involves extensive walking and standing, as you perform morning rounds, collect specimens at the bedside, and move between patient areas and the laboratory. You will work independently rather than as part of a large on-site team, taking responsibility for specimen collection, processing, stocking, supply support, and front desk processing. The environment is fast-paced and clinically focused, with routine use of laboratory equipment such as centrifuges and specimen storage units, and adherence to strict safety, infection control, and regulatory standards. Training includes approximately one week of systems training followed by hands-on instruction to ensure you are fully prepared for the role.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Birmingham, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.75 - $22.00/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 Birmingham,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 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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