Job Title: Phlebotomist II Job Description The primary role of a Phlebotomist II is to assist in executing various duties, troubleshooting issues, providing training, and making workflow recommendations. Responsibilities + Perform blood draws, label specimens, and centrifuge specimens. + Record maintenance data and conduct decontamination procedures. + Update patient information accurately. + Collect and store specimens following established procedures. + Clearly and courteously explain the venipuncture or other specimen collection processes. + Demonstrate techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles. + Comprehend all physicians' orders thoroughly. + Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes. + Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test orders. + Verify test requisitions or computer labels against scripts for accuracy. + Package specimens for transport and store samples at required temperatures. + Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations. + Attend annual department trainings. + Respond to telephone inquiries and read laboratory results as needed. Essential Skills + Valid Phlebotomy certification for applicable state. + 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 in a relevant field. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Knowledge of different gauges and phlebotomy techniques. + Ability to enter data correctly in different EMRs. + Excellent customer service skills due to high patient volume. + Experience in specimen collection and venipuncture. Work Environment The work environment is fast-paced, akin to an emergency room setting, with over 100 patients daily. The facility is located at 400 Patroon Creek Boulevard, Albany. The working hours are from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with alternating Saturdays. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Watertown, NY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Type This is a fully onsite position in Watertown,NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026. About Actalent Actalent 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. 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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.