Location: Bismarck, ND

Start Date: 03-02-2026

End Date: 06-01-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating day/night shifts; five 8-hour shifts per week (typical 40 hours/week). Every third weekend rotation (may be every other when department needs it). Specific daily start/end times vary by assigned day or night shift.

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $42 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform accurate venipuncture and phlebotomy for infants, pediatrics, and adults across hospital and outpatient settings
• Conduct Point of Care (POC) testing, including Coaguchek INR, and document results promptly
• Use SoftLab and SoftLab PDA systems and chart results in Epic for clear, timely recordkeeping
• Ensure proper specimen labeling, handling, and transport to maintain specimen integrity
• Provide compassionate, clear communication to patients and caregivers during procedures
• Work independently when required while following hospital safety and infection-control protocols
• Complete required orientation, competency checklists, and on-site training to maintain proficiency

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of full-time hospital phlebotomy experience
• Current BLS (AHA) certification required
• Proven venipuncture experience across age ranges, including infants and pediatrics
• Experience with Point-of-Care testing (Coaguchek INR preferred)
• Familiarity with electronic charting (Epic) and laboratory systems (SoftLab, SoftLab PDA)
• Valid Driver's License required at time of submission
• Ability to work rotating day/night shifts and weekend rotations as scheduled

Knowledge & Skills

• Venipuncture and specimen collection techniques
• Point of Care testing procedures and quality checks
• Electronic charting in Epic and specimen tracking in SoftLab
• Operation of Coaguchek POC INR devices
• Specimen labeling, handling, and transport best practices
• Strong patient communication and bedside manner
• Infection control, safety protocols, and attention to detail
• Time management and ability to work independently when needed

Benefits

• Supportive team that values YOU and your skills
• Comprehensive onboarding with a dedicated orientation and checklist to set you up for success
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement for required certifications
• Travel reimbursement and help navigating contract logistics
• Flexible scheduling with opportunities for extra shifts if you want them
• Paid time for required orientation and training
• Professional development and access to hospital systems (Epic, SoftLab) experience
• A collaborative environment where patient care and safety come first

Travel Perks: Explore Bismarck, ND

Bismarck is a great base for exploring the Northern Plains. Walk the scenic Missouri River trails, visit the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum and the State Capitol, or spend a weekend at Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park. Head west for a memorable trip to Theodore Roosevelt National Park and Medora, or explore local breweries, cozy restaurants, and seasonal outdoor activities like ice fishing and cross-country skiing. Plenty of parks, riverfront trails, and small-town charm for restful weekends between shifts.

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