Phlebotomist

Job Title: Phlebotomist

Location: RWJ - Rahway

Department Name: Lab RWJRH

Req #: 0000226947

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $19.18 - $22.92 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 Summary

The primary function of the Phlebotomist is to obtain blood specimens from patients as ordered by the licensed healthcare provider, label the specimen appropriately and distribute to the laboratory department for testing,

The Phlebotomist is knowledgeable in all aspects of the pre-analytical phase of laboratory testing including specimen rejection criteria,

This position maintains the inventory of supplies required for specimen collection and disposes specimen collection needles and supplies safely,

The Phlebotomist assists laboratory technologists and clerical staff and also utilizes multiple computer systems in the performance of phlebotomy,

Education/Training/Certification/Licensure:

High school diploma, Phlebotomy certification preferred,

1 year of direct experience in a healthcare environment preferred,

Essential Functions

Collect blood specimens following appropriate protocol, entering orders, accessioning specimens and assisting lab technologists,

Answering phones and inquiries, as well as assisting patients with proper specimen collection,