Phlebotomist

Job Title: Phlebotomist - Float

Responsibilities

• Perform high-volume venipuncture, completing a high volume of blood draws per day using primarily straight needles and butterfly needles when required.

• Provide clear, courteous explanations of venipuncture and other specimen collection procedures, such as urine or fecal collection, to help patients feel informed and at ease.

• Collect and store specimens according to established procedures and protocols to ensure sample integrity and accurate test results.

• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes, verifying all information and ensuring correct patient and test identification.

• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by the specific test order and laboratory guidelines.

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

• Package specimens properly for transport, following all procedures to maintain specimen quality during transit.

• Store specimen samples at the required temperature, place them in appropriate collection containers or tubes, and follow all protocol-specific procedures for transport.

Essential Skills

• At least 1+ years of phlebotomy experience in a clinical or laboratory setting.

• Proven experience performing high-volume blood draws, including 20–30 or more venipunctures per day.

• Strong phlebotomy skills using straight needles and butterfly needles.

• Demonstrated experience working with pediatric patients.

• Demonstrated experience working with geriatric patients.

Work Environment

• The environment is fast paced, with periods of extended patient wait times, and requires consistent focus on efficiency, accuracy, and patient care.

• You will regularly interact with a diverse patient population, including many pediatric and geriatric patients, and work with standard phlebotomy equipment such as straight needles, butterfly needles, centrifuges, and specimen transport materials.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.50 - $24.50/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 Parsippany-Troy Hills,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 2026.

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