Urgent Hiring For Travel Phlebotomist Role Through Lake County IL

Job title:

Urgent Hiring For Travel Phlebotomist Role Through Lake County IL

Company

Actalent

Job description

Job Title: Phlebotomist IIJob DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Phlebotomist II to join our team. The ideal candidate will be strong in performing blood draws, labeling specimens, centrifuging specimens, and updating patient information. You will be responsible for collecting and storing specimens according to established procedures and ensuring that all processes are carried out with precision and care.Responsibilities

• Collect and store specimens following established procedures.
• Clearly and courteously explain the process of venipuncture, blood drawing, and other specimen collections to patients.
• Demonstrate techniques using straight needles and 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.
• Ensure all test requisitions or computer labels are correct.
• Package specimens for transport.
• Store specimen samples at required temperatures and in appropriate containers.
• Follow specific protocols to maintain the integrity of specimens during transport.
• Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
• Attend annual department training sessions.
• Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in blood draws, phlebotomy, and venipuncture.
• Experience with pediatric and geriatric patients.
• Ability to perform hard-sticks and heel sticks.
• Certified Phlebotomist.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab, ambulatory, or hospital setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Valid/active IL phlebotomy certification.
• High draw volume experience.
• Newborn/pediatric draw experience.
• Bilingual in Spanish (nice to have).

Work EnvironmentThis position requires the ability to float between various locations, including Gurnee (home base), Waukegan, North Chicago, Highland Park, Round Lake Beach, Zion, Libertyville, Deerfield, Kenosha, Hayward, Lake Forest, Grayslake, Lindenhurst, and Lake Bluff. The work schedule is Monday to Friday with shifts falling between 8 am and 8 pm, and rotating Saturdays (half-day shifts from 8 am to 12 pm, with one site having a full shift from 8 am to 4 pm). Candidates must be open to working a few Saturdays per month. Training will be conducted in Arlington Heights, IL.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $21.00 – $23.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Zion,IL.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 4, 2025.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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are 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

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.

Expected salary

$21 – 23 per hour

Location

Zion, IL

Job date

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 06:21:21 GMT

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