Phlebotomist I - Huntsville

Job Title: Phlebotomist IJob Description The primary role of a Phlebotomist I is to assist in performing various assigned duties including troubleshooting, training, and making workflow recommendations. You will be responsible for collecting and storing specimens according to established procedures, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of each sample. Responsibilities + Perform blood draws, label specimens, centrifuge specimens, and record maintenance data. + Decontaminate equipment and update patient information. + Explain the venipuncture process clearly and courteously to patients. + Demonstrate techniques using straight or butterfly needles. + Understand and follow all physicians' orders. + Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes. + Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test orders. + Check test requisitions or computer labels against scripts for accuracy. + Package specimens for transport and store samples at required temperatures. + Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and attend annual department trainings. + Answer telephone inquiries and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries. Essential Skills + 1-2 years of recent phlebotomy experience. + Proficiency in blood draws from pediatric to geriatric patients. + Strong venipuncture skills. + Customer service skills, demonstrating respect and understanding towards patients. Additional Skills & Qualifications + High school diploma or equivalent. Work Environment The position is based at a Patient Service Center, operating Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. This is a contract role for now, with training required for about one week at the start. The work involves both team and independent settings, covering a range of locations. The environment handles specimens from pediatric to geriatric patients and requires excellent customer service skills to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Huntsville, AL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $17.75 - $18.75/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 Huntsville,AL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.