Float Phlebotomist (Mt. Vernon)

Job Title: Float Phlebotomist (Mt. Vernon) Job Description
The Float Phlebotomist provides expert support in blood collection and specimen preparation across multiple locations. This role focuses on performing high-quality venipuncture and other specimen collections with minimal discomfort, while putting patients at ease and ensuring accurate, timely processing of samples for a wide range of patient populations.
Responsibilities
- Perform blood draws using straight needles and butterfly needles, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Collect, label, and store blood and other specimens (such as urine or fecal samples) according to established procedures and test requirements.
- Clearly and courteously explain venipuncture and other specimen collection processes to patients before performing the procedures.
- Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes, verify accuracy against scripts or orders, and ensure 100% correctness of test requisitions or computer labels.
- Centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by specific test orders, maintaining the integrity of all samples.
- Package specimens for transport in accordance with protocol, including using appropriate collection containers or tubes and maintaining required temperatures.
- Update and maintain patient information and related administrative records with strong attention to detail.
- Record maintenance data and perform decontamination tasks as needed to support laboratory operations.
- Read and relay laboratory results over the telephone to satisfy inquiries in a clear and professional manner.
- Fully understand and follow physicians orders related to specimen collection and processing.
- Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and follow all safety protocols in handling specimens and equipment.
- Attend annual department trainings and remain current with procedural and regulatory updates.
- Wear appropriate professional attire and required protective equipment while performing duties.
- Float between designated locations to provide phlebotomy coverage as needed.
Essential Skills
- 23 years of experience performing blood draws and phlebotomy procedures.
- Demonstrated proficiency in venipuncture using straight needles and butterfly needles.
- Experience with labeling specimens, centrifuging samples, and preparing specimens for testing and transport.
- Ability to collect and store specimens in strict accordance with established laboratory procedures.
- Strong administrative skills and exceptional attention to detail in handling patient data and test requisitions.
- Ability to understand and accurately follow physicians orders and laboratory scripts.
- Knowledge of OSHA and DEP regulations and adherence to safety and compliance standards.
- Capability to answer telephone inquiries and read laboratory results clearly and accurately.
- Comfort working with a wide demographic of patients and maintaining a calm, reassuring presence.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with infant and pediatric blood draws is a plus.
- Experience with specimen processing beyond blood draws is beneficial.
- Ability to adapt to different clinical settings and workflows while floating between sites.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build patient trust and collaborate with clinical staff.
- Ability to manage time effectively in a busy environment with varying daily demands.
- Willingness to participate in ongoing training and professional development.
Work Environment
This is a float phlebotomist role that involves in-state travel and coverage across multiple locations, including Port Chester, Mount Vernon, White Plains, Yonkers, and the Bronx. The work takes place in clinical and laboratory settings where you will use standard phlebotomy equipment such as straight and butterfly needles, collection tubes, centrifuges, and specimen transport materials. The schedule typically includes Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. as needed, Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. as needed, and every other Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This position suits individuals who enjoy a change of scenery and working in different locations. Professional attire and appropriate protective equipment are required, and you will work within established safety, regulatory, and procedural standards to maintain a clean, organized, and patient-focused environment. There are no holiday or vacation shifts required for this role.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mount Vernon, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 Mount Vernon, NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Mount Vernon,NY. About Actalent

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