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General | Phlebotomist

GHR HealthcareAntioch, CATravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Antioch, CA
Job type
Travel
Profession
Phlebotomist
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Oct 27, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$28.25
Weekly
$1,130
Yearly (full-time)
$58,760
Contract length
13 weeks
Start date
November 17, 2026

This job pays about $28.25/hour — 5% above the median for Phlebotomist jobs in California ($26.94/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

Phlebotomist jobs in California right now

  • 11 open Phlebotomist jobs in California from 3 agencies, 2 of them in Antioch.
  • Pay in these listings: $24.00 – $35.19/hour, median $29.75/hour.
  • Typical Phlebotomist pay in California: $26.94/hour ($56,035/year, BLS).
  • Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($32.47/hour across 2 jobs).

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Job description

General Phlebotomist / Travel Phlebotomy Technician – 13-Week Contract in Antioch, CA

Explore California phlebotomy jobs as a General Phlebotomist in Antioch, CA. Join a collaborative clinical laboratory team and support accurate, timely patient care through expert specimen collection, processing, labeling, and transport across a diverse patient population. Located in the scenic East Bay near the San Joaquin River Delta, Antioch offers a welcoming community, outdoor recreation, and convenient access to the greater Bay Area.

Travel Phlebotomist Job Details

  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,090–$1,170
  • Location: Antioch, California
  • Healthcare Setting: Clinical laboratory
  • Contract Length: 13 weeks
  • Start Date: November 17, 2026
  • Schedule: 5 shifts per week, 8 hours per shift
  • Shift: Nights, 4:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
  • Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
  • Patient Population: Infants, children, adolescents, adults, and older adults
  • Typical Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:5

Phlebotomist Job Requirements

  • At least 2 years of phlebotomy or clinical laboratory experience preferred
  • Current California Phlebotomy Technician I certification required
  • Proficiency with venipuncture, finger sticks, heel sticks, and syringe collection methods
  • Knowledge of the CLSI-recommended order of blood draw and specimen handling requirements
  • Experience collecting and processing a variety of specimen types, including blood cultures and specimens requiring specialized storage
  • Ability to accurately identify patients, label specimens, enter data, and maintain complete documentation
  • Familiarity with aseptic technique, transmission-based precautions, quality assurance procedures, and proper disposal practices
  • Comfort using centrifuges, vacutainer systems, tube additives, and laboratory information systems
  • Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and commitment to patient-centered service

Travel Phlebotomist Responsibilities

  • Collect blood and other laboratory specimens from patients across all age groups
  • Correctly identify patients and specimens while following established collection protocols
  • Perform venipuncture, finger sticks, heel sticks, glucose testing, blood cultures, and other routine collections
  • Prepare, centrifuge, aliquot, store, and transport specimens according to laboratory policy
  • Prioritize stat, timed, and routine collections based on provider orders and laboratory needs
  • Provide post-collection site care and clear instructions regarding specimen collection and preservation
  • Complete related clerical duties, data entry, medical record review, and documentation accurately
  • Maintain a safe, organized work environment and follow infection prevention and quality standards
  • Support clinical laboratory operations and complete additional projects as assigned

Apply now for this 13-week travel phlebotomy opportunity in Antioch, California, and join a dedicated healthcare team in the East Bay.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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