Phlebotomist

Ardent Health Services; Westwood (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Westwood, NJ is seeking a day-shift, PRN phlebotomist to join our laboratory team. The phlebotomist will perform venipuncture, capillary draws, and specimen collection while adhering to safety and accuracy standards.

Requirements include a high school diploma, completion of an accredited phlebotomy program with clinicals or relevant experience, and national phlebotomy certification. Prior clinical setting experience is preferred; rate of pay is based on experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited phlebotomy program with clinicals or prior phlebotomy experience.
• Certification from a nationally recognized agency: CPT (NHA), PBT (ASCP), RPT (AMT), NCPT (NCCT), CPT (ACA).
• Basic computer skills and strong customer service abilities.
• Experience in clinical settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture, capillary draws, urine collection, and specimen culture collection per protocol.
• Follow proper specimen labeling, handling, and transport procedures.
• Maintain patient safety, privacy, and infection control standards.
• Document procedures and communicate effectively with lab and healthcare teams.

Skills

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Phlebotomy skills

Education

High School diploma

Accredited phlebotomy program with clinicals

NHA CPT Certification

ASCP PBT Certification

AMT RPT Certification

NCCT NCPT Certification

ACA CPT Certification

Tools

Venipuncture equipment

Specimen handling protocols

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day-shift, PRN phlebotomist in Westwood,NJ.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center is a 128-bed, full-service, acute-care community hospital with a new emergency department, a state-of-the-art maternity center, a women's imaging center, and an ICU.

Explore Career Pathways for Laboratory Professionals:

Responsibilities

The Phlebotomist functions as a laboratory professional who performs specimen collection techniques or specimen collection instructions that include: venipuncture, capillary draws, urine collection instructions, and specimen culture collection instructions.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited phlebotomy/medical assistant program withclinicalsor previous phlebotomyexperience.
• Certification from a nationally recognized agency. Accepted agencies and certifications include:
• NationalHealth CareerAssociation - Certified Phlebotomy Technician: CPT (NHA)
• American Society for Clinical Pathology - Phlebotomy Technician: PBT (ASCP)
• American Medical Technologists - Registered Phlebotomy Technician: RPT (AMT).
• National Center for Competency Testing - National Certified Phlebotomy Technician: NCPT (NCCT)
• American Certification Agency - Certified Phlebotomy Technician: CPT (ACA)
• Basic computer skills and strong customer service skills.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Experience working in the clinical setting.

Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.