Phlebotomist (Straight Needles)

Phlebotomist - Straight Needles Job Description We are seeking a skilled and experienced Phlebotomist with a minimum of two years of recent professional phlebotomy experience. The ideal candidate will be proficient with straight needles and possess strong communication skills. A high school diploma or GED is required. Responsibilities Perform blood draws, label specimens, and centrifuge specimens. Record maintenance data and decontaminate equipment. Update patient information accurately. Collect and store specimens according to established procedures. Explain the venipuncture process clearly and courteously to patients. Demonstrate techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles. Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes. Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test orders. Check all test requisitions or computer labels against scripts to ensure accuracy. Package specimens for transport and store samples at required temperatures. Follow specific procedures outlined by protocols to maintain specimen integrity. Essential Skills Minimum of 2 years of experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Strong communication skills. Reliability and punctuality. Proficient with straight needles. Additional Skills & Qualifications Bilingual skills or experience with pediatric patients is nice to have but not required. Work Environment The position is located at a new Patient Service Center opening in Brooklyn. You will be performing 30-50 blood draws per day in a two-person site. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, with every other Saturday from 9am-4pm. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New York, NY. Pay and Benefits Pay range: $23.00 - $23.00/hr. Benefits (subject to eligibility and changes): 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) Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 2026. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr