Hospital Phlebotomist, Full-Time

Phlebotomist II
Actalent is hiring for Phlebotomist II
Job Title: Full Time - Float Phlebotomist
Perform venipuncture and capillary blood draws using straight needles and butterfly needles on patients from neonatal through geriatric populations, including heel sticks.
Clearly and courteously explain venipuncture, blood draw, and other specimen collection procedures to patients to ensure understanding and comfort.
Check all test requisitions or computer-generated labels against the order or script to ensure 100% accuracy before processing.
Package specimens for transport and store them at the required temperature using the appropriate collection containers and tubes.
Update and maintain accurate patient and specimen information in computer systems and records.
Record maintenance data and assist with decontamination and other routine laboratory support tasks as needed.
Answer telephone calls professionally and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries, following applicable guidelines.
Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and all relevant safety and infection control procedures.
Attend annual departmental trainings and participate in ongoing education related to phlebotomy and laboratory procedures.
Assist in troubleshooting specimen collection or processing issues and make recommendations to improve workflow and efficiency.
Participate in training on drug screening, point-of-care testing, and fingerprinting, and perform these tasks once trained.
Needs to be able to draw up to 30-50 draws per day
Previous experience as a phlebotomist in a hospital or high-volume laboratory environment.
Comfort with floating between multiple sites and adapting to different teams and workflows.
Strong customer service skills and a patient-focused approach during all interactions.
Ability to troubleshoot basic specimen collection and processing issues and suggest workflow improvements.
computer skills
Float Phlebotomist throughout Chicagoland area -
- Joliet, Oakbrook, Mokena, Merrionette Park, Downtown Chicago, Waukegan, and other locations.
M, T, Th, F: shift will fall between the hours of 6am-6pm
- Every other Saturday: currently the shift is 8am-12pm in Joliet but this can change
Training :
- mileage reimbursement

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Joliet, IL.
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)
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