Phlebotomist

Job Title: Phlebotomist

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Phlebotomist to join our team at a large medical center office. The ideal candidate will perform between 30 to 60 blood draws daily, primarily in a pediatric setting. This role requires standing for most of the shift and involves collaborating with a dedicated team. The first week will be dedicated to training and orientation.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws, label specimens, and centrifuge specimens as required.
• Record maintenance data and decontaminate equipment as necessary.
• Update patient information and ensure specimens are collected and stored according to established procedures.
• Explain the venipuncture process clearly and courteously to patients.
• Demonstrate proper technique using straight and butterfly needles.
• Understand and follow all physicians' orders accurately.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and label centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required.
• Check all test requisitions or computer labels against scripts for accuracy.
• Package specimens for transport and store them according to required temperatures.
• Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and attend annual department trainings.
• Answer telephone calls and provide laboratory results to inquiries.

Essential Skills

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state of employment as required.
• Minimum of 6 months' experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5-7 years of experience in phlebotomy.

Work Environment

The work environment is a large medical center office, where you will be part of a team. The role requires standing for most of the shift and involves working in a pediatric setting. The dress code is professional medical attire.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Waco, Texas.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Waco, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.80/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 Waco,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 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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