Phlebotomist II - Float

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Phlebotomist II – Float

Job Description

This Float Phlebotomist II position provides phlebotomy and specimen processing support across multiple patient service centers in the West region, including Newberg, Bridgeport, Sherwood, and Southwest Portland. You will greet patients, perform high-quality blood draws and other specimen collections, ensure accurate specimen labeling and processing, and deliver exceptional customer service in a fast-paced outpatient laboratory environment. This role requires flexibility to travel between sites, strong attention to detail, and a patient-first mindset while working as part of a supportive, growth-oriented laboratory team.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients professionally as they arrive at the laboratory and provide a welcoming, patient-focused experience.
• Explain venipuncture and other specimen collection procedures clearly and courteously so patients understand the process and feel at ease.
• Perform blood draws using straight needles and butterfly needles, demonstrating proper technique and adherence to safety protocols.
• Collect and store blood, urine, fecal, and other specimens according to established procedures and test requirements.
• Match laboratory requisition forms or computer-generated labels to specimen tubes to ensure 100% accuracy.
• Label, centrifuge, split, freeze, and otherwise process specimens as required by specific test orders and protocols.
• Package specimens for transport, following all procedures necessary to maintain specimen integrity, including correct containers and temperature requirements.
• Store specimen samples at appropriate temperatures and in proper collection containers or tubes, accurately labeling and handling them per protocol.
• Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and all applicable safety and compliance standards.
• Attend required annual department trainings and maintain current knowledge of laboratory procedures and safety guidelines.
• Answer telephone calls, provide laboratory results as appropriate, and respond to inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
• Update patient information accurately in the system and perform data entry related to specimen collection and processing.
• Record maintenance data and perform decontamination tasks to keep equipment and work areas clean, safe, and compliant.
• Prepare collection sites, including proper patient identification, site cleansing, and equipment setup prior to venipuncture or other specimen collection.
• Handle insurance and billing-related tasks associated with lab services, ensuring accurate information and documentation.
• Process samples from collection through final preparation for testing or transport, following all laboratory protocols.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients, demonstrating empathy, patience, and a patient-first mindset.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals by fully understanding and following all physician orders related to laboratory testing.
• Demonstrate reliability through consistent attendance and punctuality, and contribute positively to a strong team environment.
• Float between assigned locations in Newberg, Bridgeport, Sherwood, and Portland as scheduled, adapting to different sites while maintaining consistent service quality.

Essential Skills

• At least 6 months of hands-on phlebotomy experience, including routine venipuncture.
• Demonstrated experience drawing blood using straight needles and butterfly needles.
• Proficiency in blood collection, specimen collection, and specimen processing procedures.
• Ability to perform centrifuging and other specimen preparation steps accurately and safely.
• Phlebotomy certification (where required by local or organizational standards).
• Previous customer service experience in any setting, with a strong focus on patient interaction.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite for basic data entry, documentation, and communication.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology relevant to phlebotomy and laboratory operations.
• Ability to accurately update and manage patient information and perform data entry tasks.
• Understanding of OSHA and DEP regulations and willingness to comply with all safety requirements.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Strong patient-first mindset and commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
• Ability to take feedback well and eagerness to learn and improve.
• Proven reliability and positive attendance record.
• Positive, hardworking attitude with the ability to take initiative and work well with others.
• Comfort working with diverse patient populations, including geriatrics.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with venipuncture across a variety of patient types, including those requiring special care or techniques.
• Experience handling a range of specimen types, including blood, urine, and fecal specimens.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems and computer labeling for test requisitions.
• Ability to read and interpret physician orders and match them accurately to laboratory requisitions.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure 100% accuracy in specimen labeling and test ordering.
• Effective communication skills for explaining procedures and answering patient and provider questions.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high quality standards.
• Comfort working as a float across multiple locations and adapting quickly to different teams and workflows.
• Interest in long-term growth opportunities within a large, global laboratory organization, including potential movement into lab, sales, or client services roles.
• Alignment with a strong team environment and collaborative culture.

Work Environment

This is a float position covering multiple patient service centers in Newberg, Bridgeport, Sherwood, and Portland, with the primary home base typically being the patient service center closest to the employee’s residence. The standard schedule runs Monday through Friday with hours approximately 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM, plus coverage of two Saturdays per month, supporting a busy outpatient laboratory environment. The role involves working with standard phlebotomy and laboratory equipment, including straight and butterfly needles, collection tubes, centrifuges, and computer systems for data entry and label generation. Staff work under established OSHA and DEP safety regulations and participate in annual department trainings to maintain compliance and best practices. The environment emphasizes a strong team culture, with opportunities for growth and movement into different departments such as laboratory operations, sales, or client services. This is a contract position initially slated for approximately 3 months, with many contracts commonly extending to 6–9 months, and potential (but not guaranteed) opportunities to transition to a direct role based on business needs, performance, and attendance. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical coverage with multiple plan options, health savings accounts, hospital cost protection, critical illness and accident protection, health advocacy services, dental and vision insurance, life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, transportation benefits, a 401(k) plan, and access to affinity programs. The culture supports a global footprint, making relocation and internal mobility more accessible for interested employees.

This is a Contract position based out of Newberg, OR.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $23.11/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Newberg,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 2026.

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