Phlebotomist III - Floater

Phlebotomist Floater

Job Location: Eden Prairie, MN

Job Duration: 2+ Months (Temp to hire)

Shift: Mon – Fri, 06:45 AM – 03:15 PM CST.

Pay Rate: $24.95 – $26.75/hr. on W2.

Job Description

The Phlebotomist III - Floater serves as a key point of contact for patients, supporting routine care and important health-related decisions. This role involves collecting high-quality blood samples and preparing specimens for laboratory testing in accordance with established procedures. The position requires direct patient interaction and the ability to perform blood draws safely, accurately, and professionally while building patient trust. Coverage is provided across multiple locations and service areas, including Patient Service Centers, In-Office Phlebotomy (IOP), mobile services, and Long-Term Care. Candidates must be able to lead on site and support onboarding for new clients and employees. The role may also support complex, high-volume operations and requires strong communication and collaboration with teams such as Sales, Lab Testing, IT, Billing, and Logistics.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced phlebotomy procedures, including pediatric and geriatric collections, in a variety of settings.
• Travel between multiple locations to provide coverage for PSC, IOP, LTC, and mobile services.
• Maintain a professional, welcoming environment for patients and staff while protecting patient confidentiality.
• Train and support new employees, assist with onboarding, and serve as an on-site resource.
• Serve as the point of contact at assigned location(s) and provide input to group leads or supervisors.
• Maintain equipment, supplies, and the work area to support safe and efficient specimen collection.
• Rotate and restock inventory to ensure materials are used before expiration.
• Assist with cycle counts and full physical inventory when needed.
• Prepare and break down bulk packaging to support efficient inventory management.

Job Requirements

• Ability to deliver accurate, error-free work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Ability to travel and work at multiple locations on short notice.
• Strong phlebotomy skills, including venipuncture and pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients and internal teams.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Leadership ability and willingness to serve as a site lead or support resource.
• Commitment to following safety standards, dress code requirements, and company policies.
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and a clean driving record, if applicable.

Required Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical assistant or paramedic training is preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred and required in California, Nevada, and Washington.

Work Experience

• Three years phlebotomy experience required, including pediatric, geriatric and capillary collections.
• Minimum 2 years in a Patient Service Center environment preferred.
• Customer service in a preferred retail or service environment.
• Keyboard/data entry experience.