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Actalent lists this Phlebotomist opportunity in anchorage, Alaska. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position OverviewWe are seeking a detail-oriented and patient-focused Phlebotomist I to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will be responsible for collecting blood and other biological specimens, ensuring accurate specimen processing, and maintaining compliance with laboratory and safety procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong phlebotomy skills, excellent customer service abilities, and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform venipuncture and specimen collection procedures, including blood, urine, and fecal specimen collection.Properly identify, label, and process patient specimens according to established laboratory protocols.Operate centrifuge equipment and prepare specimens for testing, storage, or shipment.Verify laboratory requisitions, physician orders, and specimen labels to ensure accuracy and completeness.Package and prepare specimens for transport while maintaining specimen integrity and chain-of-custody requirements.Store specimens according to required temperature and handling guidelines.Clearly explain specimen collection procedures to patients in a professional, courteous, and reassuring manner.Accurately update and maintain patient information, records, and collection documentation.Follow testing protocols and special handling requirements for specific laboratory procedures.Answer incoming calls and respond to routine laboratory-related inquiries.Maintain compliance with OSHA, DEP, and applicable laboratory safety regulations.Support overall laboratory operations while ensuring quality standards and patient satisfaction.Required QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent.Phlebotomy certification preferred or required per state regulations.Knowledge of venipuncture procedures and specimen collection techniques.Ability to accurately identify, label, and process specimens.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Excellent communication and customer service skills.Ability to follow detailed procedures and maintain quality standards in a fast-paced environment.Preferred QualificationsExperience using straight needles and butterfly needles for blood collection.Experience working with difficult draws or "hard-stick" patients.Previous healthcare, laboratory, or patient-facing experience.Familiarity with specimen processing, centrifugation, and laboratory documentation procedures.Required SkillsPhlebotomyVenipunctureBlood collection and specimen handlingSpecimen processingPatient interaction and customer serviceRecord maintenance and data entryLaboratory safety complianceWork EnvironmentClinical laboratory, patient service center, or healthcare setting.Frequent standing, walking, and specimen handling.Regular interaction with patients, healthcare providers, and laboratory personnel.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Anchorage, AK.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/hr.Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Anchorage,AK.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 2026.About ActalentActalent 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.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 process due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
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anchorage, AK, 99501, US
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