Phlebotomist
Actalent
Posted Friday, May 1, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005998683
Job Description
The primary role of a phlebotomist is to assist in performing various duties, troubleshoot issues, and make workflow recommendations. The phlebotomist will be responsible for collecting and storing specimens according to established procedures, as well as explaining the venipuncture process to patients in a clear and courteous manner.
Responsibilities
- Perform blood draws, label specimens, centrifuge specimens, and record maintenance data.
- Decontaminate equipment and update patient information.
- Collect and store specimens, including blood, urine, and fecal samples, following established protocols.
- Explain the process of venipuncture and other specimen collections clearly to patients.
- Demonstrate techniques using straight and butterfly needles.
- Understand and follow all physician orders accurately.
- Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
- Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
- Ensure 100% accuracy in matching test requisitions or computer labels against scripts.
- Package specimens for transport, ensuring proper temperature storage and labeling.
- Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and attend annual department trainings.
- Answer telephone calls and provide laboratory results as needed.
- Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state of employment.
- Minimum of 6 months experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 2-4 years of experience.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently.
- Comfortable answering phones and relaying lab results.
- Reliable and consistent.
- Willingness to learn and be trained.
You will gain hands-on clinical experience in a professional lab environment, with exposure to high-volume lab operations. There is potential for long-term opportunities and growth in a collaborative and dynamic setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Walnut Creek, CA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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)
This is a fully onsite position in Walnut Creek,CA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 15, 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.
Contact Information
Email: kahrari@actalentservices.com
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