Phlebotomist (Poughkeepsie)

Phlebotomist Nanuet, NY

Location: Nanuet, NY Pay: Up to $26/hour Schedule: Sunday through Thursday, 4:00 PM12:00 AM Position Type: Full-Time

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Phlebotomist to join a clinical laboratory team in Nanuet, NY. This position is ideal for someone with strong blood-draw skills, excellent attention to detail, and experience handling and processing laboratory specimens. The Phlebotomist will be responsible for performing accurate and efficient blood draws, preparing specimens for testing, and ensuring all samples are properly labeled, processed, stored, and handled. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with a diverse patient population and helping patients feel at ease throughout the collection process.

Responsibilities

- Perform blood draws using both straight needles and butterfly needles
- Collect blood and other specimens according to laboratory procedures and test requirements
- Accurately identify patients and verify laboratory orders prior to collection
- Match requisitions with specimen tubes and ensure all information and labeling are correct
- Label, centrifuge, split, freeze, store, and prepare specimens as required
- Maintain specimen integrity throughout the collection and processing process
- Prepare and package specimens for transport according to established protocols
- Explain collection procedures clearly and professionally to patients
- Provide a comfortable and positive patient experience while minimizing discomfort during blood draws
- Update patient information and maintain accurate collection and processing records
- Follow OSHA requirements, laboratory safety procedures, and infection-control standards
- Perform routine decontamination and support general laboratory operations
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Communicate professionally with patients, laboratory staff, and other healthcare personnel

Qualifications

- 4+ years of phlebotomy experience preferred
- Strong venipuncture skills using straight and butterfly needles
- Experience with specimen collection, labeling, processing, centrifuging, and storage
- Ability to follow laboratory orders and detailed specimen-handling requirements
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate patient and specimen information
- Excellent communication and patient-service skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical or laboratory environment
- Knowledge of OSHA and standard laboratory safety practices
- Pediatric and infant blood-draw experience is a plus
- Bilingual skills are a plus

Schedule

Sunday through Thursday 4:00 PM12:00 AM

Compensation

Up to $26.00 per hour , based on experience and qualifications.

Why This Opportunity?

This is a great opportunity for an experienced phlebotomist looking for a consistent evening schedule in the Nanuet area. The position offers hands-on clinical experience with both patient-facing blood collection and laboratory specimen processing.
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Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nanuet, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nanuet, NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Nanuet,NY. About Actalent

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