Phlebotomist (Arverne)

Job Title: Phlebotomist Outpatient Pediatric-Focused Site (Arverne, Queens) Job Description This phlebotomist role is based at an outpatient patient service center in Arverne, Queens, and focuses heavily on pediatric patients. You perform high-volume blood collection, specimen handling, and related laboratory support while providing clear, courteous communication to patients and families. The position requires recent hands-on phlebotomy experience, strong venipuncture skills with straight and butterfly needles, and the ability to work comfortably with children and their parents in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities Perform blood draws using straight and butterfly needles for a high volume of patients each day, including many children under age 10. Conduct pediatric venipuncture and heel sticks as needed, ensuring a child-friendly and reassuring approach. Explain the venipuncture and specimen collection process clearly and courteously to patients and parents, and provide instructions to parents for pediatric procedures. Collect blood and other specimens (such as urine or fecal samples) according to established procedures and protocols. Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes to ensure accurate test ordering and documentation. Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by specific test orders and laboratory protocols. Store specimen samples at the required temperature and place them in appropriate collection containers or tubes to maintain specimen integrity. Follow detailed procedures for packaging specimens for transport, ensuring compliance with protocols to preserve specimen quality. Check all test requisitions or computer-generated labels against scripts or orders to ensure 100% accuracy. Record maintenance data and perform decontamination tasks related to specimen processing and equipment as needed. Update patient information accurately in the system and maintain organized, complete records. Provide strong, professional communication with patients, families, and colleagues while maintaining a courteous and patient-focused demeanor. Contribute to a smooth workflow in a two-person site by managing time effectively and supporting colleagues during busy periods. Essential Skills Minimum of 1 year of experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting. 2+ years of recent phlebotomy experience, including routine blood draws. Proficiency with straight needles and butterfly needles for venipuncture. Experience working with pediatric patients, preferably 2 years, and comfort with pediatric blood draws. Ability to perform or learn heel stick procedures, with a preference for 15 years of experience in heel sticks. Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain procedures to patients and instruct parents. Reliable and punctual work habits, with consistent adherence to scheduled hours. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite for basic data entry, documentation, and communication. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced outpatient environment seeing up to 50 patients per day. Attention to detail in matching requisitions to specimen tubes, labeling, and following laboratory protocols. Additional Skills & Qualifications Bilingual Spanish language skills are a plus but not required. Comfort working with pediatric children and maintaining a friendly, patient, and reassuring demeanor. Experience in outpatient phlebotomy settings is beneficial. Familiarity with specimen collection procedures for various sample types, including blood, urine, and fecal specimens. Ability to work collaboratively in a small team environment and support a two-person site. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a high patient volume efficiently. Work Environment This role is based in an outpatient patient service center in Arverne, Queens, near Far Rockaway. The site operates Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. You work in a two-person site that typically sees 4050 patients daily, with a significant number of children under the age of 10 who often require butterfly needle draws. The environment is fast-paced and patient-facing, with continuous interaction with adults and children throughout the day. You use standard phlebotomy and specimen-processing equipment, including straight and butterfly needles, centrifuges, and laboratory information systems, as well as Microsoft Office Suite for basic documentation. Professional clinical attire appropriate for an outpatient lab setting is expected, and you follow established safety, specimen handling, and infection control protocols to maintain a clean and organized workspace. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Arverne, NY. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 Arverne,NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering #J-18808-Ljbffr Actalent