OUTREACH PHLEBOTOMIST

Cooper University Health Care; Cape May Court House (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper Norcross Health in Camden, New Jersey, seeks an Outreach Phlebotomist to extend laboratory services beyond the hospital and ambulatory setting with reliable mobile specimen collection for nursing homes and long-term care partners.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, timely diagnostic testing, independence, and strong communication, with requirements including a high school diploma, phlebotomy training, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years as a phlebotomist, mobile/outreach preferred.
• Strong patient care orientation and communication skills.
• HIPAA knowledge and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Extends laboratory services beyond the hospital and ambulatory setting via professional mobile specimen collection.
• Provides reliable, patient-centered lab support to nursing homes and long-term care partners.
• Ensures timely access to diagnostic testing and maintains specimen integrity.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Patient care

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Independent work

Troubleshooting phlebotomy

HIPAA knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified phlebotomy training program

Job description

About us

Cooper Norcross Health, formerly Cooper University Health Care, is a leading academic health system affiliated with Cooper Norcross Medical School of Rowan University. Headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, Cooper Norcross Health has revenues of more than $3 billion and an A+ credit rating from both S&P and Fitch Ratings.

Cooper Norcross Health has nearly 14,000 team members, including more than 2,200 nurses, more than 1,200 employed physicians representing 95 specialties and subspecialties, and more than 700 advanced practice providers.

The health system operates MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper as well as four hospitals – its 663-bed flagship Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden, its 229-bed Cooper Norcross University Hospital Cape Regional in Cape May Court House, Children’s Hospital at Cooper Norcross Health in Camden, and The Recovery Village Cherry Hill at Cooper, a substance abuse rehabilitation and inpatient treatment facility, in partnership with American Recovery Services.

Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden is the only Level 1 Trauma Center in South Jersey and the busiest in the region. The hospital has been recognized as a top-performing regional hospital by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals annual survey for eight years.

More than 2.54 million patients visit Cooper Norcross Health facilities annually. Its ambulatory network encompasses three outpatient surgery centers, seven urgent care centers, a wound care center, and more than 130 physician, physical therapy, and radiology offices extending from the Delaware River to the New Jersey shore.

Cooper Norcross Health, a not-for-profit health system, was named one of America’s Best Large Employers for 2026 by Forbes, ranking among the top 200 in the nation. Visit CooperHealth.org to learn more.

Short Description

The Outreach Phlebotomist extends laboratory services beyond the hospital and ambulatory setting by providing professional mobile specimen collection services throughout the community. The position is responsible for delivering reliable, patient-centered laboratory support to nursing homes and long-term care partners while maintaining specimen integrity, fostering strong client relationships, and ensuring timely access to diagnostic testing.

Experience Required

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a phlebotomist, preferably in a mobile or outreach setting.
• Passion for providing high-quality patient care and a strong desire to make a positive impact on nursing home residents.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated reliability and punctuality with a proven track record of being on time.
• Ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and prioritize workload effectively.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting common phlebotomy challenges, such as difficult venipunctures and equipment issues.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and adherence to patient privacy and confidentiality.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a certified phlebotomy training program.

License/Certification Requirements

• Valid national phlebotomy certification or equivalent is preferred.

Special Requirements

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record for the past 3 years.