Phlebotomist
The Phlebotomist I plays a crucial role in assisting with various duties, troubleshooting, training, and making workflow recommendations. This position requires proficient skills in performing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging, recording maintenance data, decontamination, and updating patient information.
Responsibilities:
- Perform blood draws and collect specimens as per established procedures.
- Properly explain the venipuncture process and other specimen collection methods to patients.
- Demonstrate techniques using straight and butterfly needles.
- Comprehend and execute all physicians' orders accurately.
- Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and ensure correct labeling.
- Centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
- Verify that test requisitions or computer labels match the script with 100% accuracy.
- Package specimens for transport and store them at required temperatures.
- Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
- Attend annual departmental trainings.
- Handle telephone inquiries and read laboratory results when necessary.
Essential Skills:
- Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state of employment.
- Minimum of 6 months' work experience in performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 6 months-2 years of relevant experience.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven skills in phlebotomy, blood draw, venipuncture, and specimen collection.
Work Environment:
Work in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting. Adherence to safety regulations and protocols is required. The position may involve handling hazardous materials following OSHA and DEP guidelines.
Job Type & Location:
This is a Contract position based out of Burlington, NC.
Pay and Benefits:
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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)
Workplace Type:
This is a fully onsite position in Burlington, NC.
Application Deadline:
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026.