Phlebotomist

Wealth Recruitment, LLC; New Jersey; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Wealth Recruitment, LLC is looking for a skilled Phlebotomist to join their team in New Jersey. This critical role involves performing blood draws, maintaining patient comfort, and ensuring sample accuracy.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a lab or hospital, a High School Diploma or GED, and a state-specific Phlebotomy certification. Key responsibilities include specimen collection and meticulous management of patient information.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of phlebotomy experience in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.
• Demonstrated proficiency in venipuncture techniques using straight needles and butterfly needles.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws with skill and care, ensuring patient comfort and accuracy.
• Collect, label, and store specimens as per established protocols.
• Execute specimen handling tasks, including centrifuging, freezing, and packaging for transport.
• Verify all test requisitions with computer labels to maintain accuracy.
• Explain procedures to patients courteously, assisting with specimen collections.

Skills

Venipuncture techniques

Microsoft Office Suite

Patient interaction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy certification

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Phlebotomist to join our team. This role plays a critical part in patient care by expertly performing venipunctures and other specimen collections, ensuring the quality and accuracy of samples, and supporting the smooth operation of our laboratory. This position involves a blend of hands‑on patient interaction, meticulous sample handling, and collaboration with a high‑energy team.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws with skill and care, ensuring patient comfort and accuracy.
• Collect, label, and store specimens as per established protocols.
• Execute specimen handling tasks, including centrifuging, freezing, and packaging for transport.
• Verify all test requisitions with computer labels to maintain accuracy.
• Explain procedures to patients courteously, assisting with specimen collections (blood, urine, fecal).
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment by performing decontamination and recording maintenance.
• Follow all OSHA and DEP safety regulations and protocols.
• Update and manage patient information with attention to detail.
• Assist with troubleshooting, training, and recommending improvements to workflow.
• Answer patient inquiries over the phone and provide laboratory results as needed.
• Attend required department trainings to stay up‑to‑date with best practices.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy certification (state‑specific if applicable).
• 2+ years of phlebotomy experience in a fast‑paced lab or hospital setting.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated proficiency in venipuncture techniques using straight needles and butterfly needles.