Phlebotomist

Job Title: Phlebotomist

Location: Main Hospital — New Brunswick

Department Name: Lab-Specimen Collect & Proc

Req #: 0000250331

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $19.60 — $23.26 per hour

Pay Transparency:

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.

Job Overview:

RWJ Barnabas Health is looking to add a qualified Phlebotomist in New Brunswick, NJ.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Must possess a high school diploma and phlebotomy certification OR be a registered Medical Assistant.
• Must have a minimum of 1 year phlebotomy experience.
• Must demonstrate a knowledge of laboratory testing and specimen collection.
• Must be customer service oriented.
• Must be able to sit, stand and walk for a minimum of 60 minutes.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Required to rotate through Inpatient, Outpatient, Adult, Pediatric Clinic and sites as scheduled.
• Required to work weekends and holidays as part of the standard phlebotomy rotation schedule.
• Full-Time, 40 hours per week.
• Must be able to work the 4:30am - 1pm day shift.
• Must attend training from 7am - 3:30pm for a period of approximately 8 weeks.

Essential Functions:

• Patient Identification: Properly identifies the patient utilizing two points of reference full name and Medical Record number or Date of Birth. Consistently matches information on the patient identification band with information on the paperwork and specimen labels. Engages in active patient identification. Understands that patient identification is the MOST important aspect of blood collection.
• Specimen Labeling: Consistently labels using the 5 required pieces of information needed on the Specimen Labels specimens in the presence of the patient Avoids incidents of mislabeling as a result of good clinical and procedural practices.
• Specimen Collection Uses appropriate collection devices for each patient. Consistently utilizes the correct Order of Draw. Demonstrates sound understanding of which tubes are required for testing. Demonstrates good collection techniques that result in decreased incidents of hemolysis and clotting. Demonstrates sound understanding of specimen integrity issues. Demonstrates prompt response to collection requests. Demonstrate effective capillary collection techniques. Issues correct fluid and urine containers with proper labels.
• Infection Control: Demonstrates effective handwashing technique, Uses and disposes of gloves as per procedure, Uses and disposes of sharps as per procedure and demonstrates understanding and working knowledge of Standard Precautions.
• Computer Entry: Enters test request into the LIS selecting the correct patient, the correct patient account number, the correct patient physician and the correct tests. Generates LIS labels for those test requests. Place the correct label on the correct specimen delivers the specimens to the testing areas in a timely manner.
• Safety: Utilizes proper techniques and abides by safety regulations according to the following indicators: Closely adheres to Standard Precautions Laboratory Chemical Hygiene Plan Hazcom protocols and the OSHA BloodBorne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan. Biohazard waste and non-biohazard waste is disposed of correctly. Personal Protective Equipment are worn appropriately as indicated. Environmental controls are used correctly as indicated. Annual safety testing documentation is completed (fire, electrical, universal precautions, Hazcom, etc.)

Other Duties:

• Interpersonal Skills: Communication cooperation and assistance are given promptly in a clear courteous manner to co-workers hospital staff patients physicians according to the following criteria: Demonstrates a hospitable congenial and good interpersonal relation skill, which include maintaining good working relations with fellow employees and maintaining good rapport with all hospital personnel. Answer the telephone in a friendly and courteous manner. Accepts and performs, in a timely and correct manner, other duties as assigned.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing.  These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and 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.