Job Overview: Obtains blood samples from inpatients/outpatients by established collection techniques appropriate to the age/level of difficulty of the patient, Performs all duties to the identification/accessioning/labeling/distribution of samples for assay. Performs all skills as defined by department competency checklists

Qualifications:
Required:

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a formal phlebotomy training program

Scheduling Requirements:

• Per Diem
• Shift begins at 4:00 AM

Essential Functions:

• Aids in instructing and orienting new hires/students as requested.
• Assists elderly and handicapped patients as needed; processes outpatients in a courteous manner.
• Consistently able to meet dept standard of 10 patients/hr
• Consults with supervisor (s) or lab technical staff when necessary.
• Demonstrates courtesy when communicating with other medical professionals; patients; visitors
• Is able to commit to change and sustain processes established in department to improve patient/physician satisfaction.
• Is competent in the use of BD. Id system for sample collection.
• Is familiar with downtime procedures for LIS and SMS
• Is familiar with the use of the pneumatic tube system for the receipt and distribution of samples; can recognize system errors.
• Performs all functions in LIS relating to sample processing.
• Prioritize STAT samples; collects, processes, distributes
• Responsible for strict adherence to established protocol for patient identification as outlined by lab/hospital policies. Follows all policies relating to identification, collection and labeling.
• Understands overall lab workflow and the phlebotomist s role in meeting lab standards for turn around time.
• Collects Routine, and Timed samples, process, centrifuge and distributes

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