Job Description

Job Overview: The phlebotomist performs phlebotomy under the direction of a department Supervisor or designee and performs venipuncture, heel sticks, finger sticks, and bleeding times according to standard operating procedures and delivers specimens to the appropriate department.

Qualifications:
Required:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Phlebotomy Certification

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time
• Day Shift

Essential Functions:

• Perform phlebotomy under the direction of a department Supervisor or designee:
• Performs venipuncture, heel sticks, finger sticks, and bleeding times according to standard operating procedures and delivers specimens to the appropriate department,
• Responds promptly to STAT, timed test requests, and performs routine rounds on time,
• Enters test requests and receives specimens in LIS computer system EPIC
• Covers Central Processing
• Greets and registers laboratory outpatients, instructs outpatients on correct collection and storage of specimens, and ensures complete and correct documentation for Medicare/Medicaid patients as required by federal law and corporate compliance policies
• Obtains and verifies information prior to processing test orders,
• Provides proper documentation of patient identification and test results,
• Performs quality control as per policy,
• Read, be familiar with, participate in periodic education/training regarding, and comply with, RWJBH-Corporate Compliance Program, Code of Conduct, and other corporate compliance policies
• Practices precepts of Standard Precaution, Hazard and Safety guidelines
• Participates in Health Fair screenings as needed,
• Assists in orientation and training of new employees and participates in affiliated teaching programs of the hospital as assigned,
• Assume the duty of overseeing daily operations of Phlebotomy in the absence of the Phlebotomy Supervisor,
• Assists the Phlebotomy Supervisor to oversee the daily operation of the Phlebotomy department,
• Performs staff training on new equipment and or procedures under the direction of the Phlebotomy Supervisor,
• Required to maintain continued education on MediaLab,
• Responsible to adhere to departmental and Laboratory policies and procedures,
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits and Perks

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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