Phlebotomist Somerville NJ

Phlebotomist (FT-Day), Somerville NJ

Req #:

Category:
Laboratory

Status:
Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services

Department:
Lab RWJSH

Pay Range: $18.77 - $22.59 per hour

Location:

110 REHILL AVE, SOMERVILLE, NJ 08876

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

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.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Phlebotomy Certification
• Minimum of 6 months experience performing venipunctures in lab or hospital setting

• Full Time
• Day Shift

• Perform phlebotomy under the direction of a department Supervisor or designee
• Perform venipuncture, heel sticks, finger sticks, and bleeding times according to standard operating procedures and deliver specimens to the appropriate department
• Respond promptly to STAT, timed test requests, and perform routine rounds on time
• Enter test requests and receive specimens in LIS computer system EPIC
• Cover Central Processing
• Greet and register laboratory outpatients, instruct outpatients on correct collection and storage of specimens, and ensure complete and correct documentation for Medicare/Medicaid patients as required by federal law and corporate compliance policies
• Obtain and verify information prior to processing test orders
• Provide proper documentation of patient identification and test results
• Perform 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
• Practice precepts of Standard Precaution, Hazard and Safety guidelines
• Participate in Health Fair screenings as needed
• Assist in orientation and training of new employees and participate 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
• Assist the Phlebotomy Supervisor to oversee the daily operation of the Phlebotomy department
• Perform staff training on new equipment and or procedures under the direction of the Phlebotomy Supervisor
• Required to maintain continued education on Media Lab
• Responsible to adhere to departmental and Laboratory policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

• 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!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare 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