Primary Job Title:
Phlebotomist Floater - 1st Shift
Alternate / Related Job Titles:
Senior Phlebotomist – Float
Mobile Phlebotomist
Patient Service Center Phlebotomist
Phlebotomy Specialist
Lead Phlebotomist – Float
Location & Onsite Flexibility:
Bristol, CT (Onsite)
• Coverage across multiple locations as business needs dictate
Contract Details
Position Type: Contract
Contract Duration: Approximately 8 Months
Start: As Soon As Possible
Pay Rate: $20.24–22.00/hour
Shift / Hours:
Job Description
The Phlebotomist III – Float serves as the face of the organization, interacting directly with patients as part of their routine care or life-defining health decisions. This role is responsible for collecting high-quality blood specimens and preparing them for laboratory testing while following established procedures and safety standards. The Phlebotomist Floater creates an atmosphere of trust and confidence by explaining procedures clearly and performing collections in a safe, accurate, and professional manner.
This position provides coverage across multiple sites and roles, ensuring daily operations within Patient Service Centers, mobile settings, long-term care facilities, in-office practices, and house call environments are completed accurately and on time. The role requires the ability to manage high-volume workflows, demonstrate leadership behaviors, and maintain strict confidentiality of patient information.
Key Responsibilities
Perform venipuncture and capillary collections on pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients
Prepare specimens for laboratory testing in accordance with established procedures
Provide coverage at multiple locations and support various phlebotomy environments
Act as a coach, mentor, and resource for new employees and onsite staff
Lead one or more Patient Service Representatives (PSRs) when required
Serve as the onsite point of contact and provide feedback to group leads or supervisors
Support high-complexity or high-volume practices requiring advanced phlebotomy skills
Collaborate with internal teams including Sales, Laboratory Services, IT, Billing, and Logistics
Handle multiple priorities efficiently in a fast-paced clinical setting
Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Medical assistant or paramedic training preferred
Phlebotomy certification preferred (required in CA, NV, and WA)
Required Experience
5+ years of phlebotomy experience, including pediatric, geriatric, and capillary collections
Minimum 3 years in a Patient Service Center (PSC) or In-Office Phlebotomy (IOP) environment preferred
Customer service experience in a retail or service environment preferred
Keyboarding and data entry experience
Skills & Competencies
Required
Excellent phlebotomy and specimen handling skills
Strong patient interaction and communication abilities
Attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and confidentiality
Ability to multitask in a high-volume environment
Additional
Leadership and mentoring capability
Problem-solving and collaboration skills
Adaptability to different clinical settings and workflows
Benefits
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
401k Retirement Fund
About the Company
Our client is a leading provider of diagnostic information services, empowering healthier lives through insights derived from the world’s largest clinical laboratory database. Serving millions of patients and healthcare providers worldwide, the organization is committed to inclusive care, innovation, and improving health outcomes.
About GTT
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company based in Alaska. We value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 clients across healthcare, life sciences, utilities, technology, and retail throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Job Number: 26-01349
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