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Actalent Floater Phlebotomist- East NJ in Elmwood Park, New Jersey
Job Title: Floater Phlebotomist - East NJJob Description
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Floater Phlebotomist to join our team in East New Jersey. The ideal candidate will have expertise in performing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, recording maintenance data, decontaminating equipment, and updating patient information. This role involves collecting and storing specimens in accordance with established procedures.
Responsibilities
Collect and store specimens according to established procedures.
Explain the venipuncture and specimen collection process clearly and courteously.
Demonstrate techniques using straight and butterfly needles.
Understand and follow physicians' orders accurately.
Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes, label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required.
Verify test requisitions or computer labels against scripts for accuracy.
Package specimens for transport and store samples at the required temperature.
Ensure compliance with OSHA and DEP regulations.
Attend annual department training sessions.
Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to address inquiries.
Essential Skills
2 years of phlebotomy experience, preferably in high-volume patient service centers or oncology centers.
Proficiency in blood drawing and using straight needles.
Experience with centrifuges and maintaining blood pressure equipment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
GED or High School Diploma.
Experience working in smaller office settings or patient service centers (PSCs) to gain exposure to diverse environments.
Work Environment
This is a floating position based out of the Jersey City office, requiring travel within East Jersey, from Mahwah to Maplewood, covering a distance of 30-50 miles. Mileage reimbursement for tolls and parking is provided. The working hours are Monday to Friday, with an 8-hour shift between 7 am and 7 pm.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Elmwood Park, NJ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/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 Elmwood Park,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.