Phlebotomist - Clinical Lab

VillageMD; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a physician-led, patient-centric network dedicated to simplifying health care. This full-time role involves critical tasks such as drawing blood cultures, processing specimens, and ensuring accurate patient care in a supportive environment. You'll be part of a compassionate community that values integrated care and innovative solutions to improve health outcomes. With comprehensive benefits and a commitment to quality, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact while advancing your career in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Qualifications

• 2+ years of phlebotomy experience required, drug screen collection preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA regulations essential.

Responsibilities

• Draw blood cultures and process specimens according to SOP.
• Administer H. pylori Breath tests and handle orders on minors.
• Train new staff on lab policies and procedures.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Critical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Phlebotomy Technician Certification

CLA Certification

Tools

LIS (Laboratory Information System)

Job description

About Our Company

We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes, and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people dedicated to improving health care for all. We are innovating value-based care by leveraging integrated applications, population insights, and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that lead to better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.

Job Description

This is a full-time position: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm, with rotating Saturday shifts from 7am - 1pm.

Essential Job Functions

• Uses appropriate aseptic technique to draw blood cultures.
• Processes Stat specimens according to Summit Health SOP.
• Prepares collection containers with preservatives and provides instructions for proper collection at home (Urine & Stool). Measures and records volume for 24-hr collections.
• Collects COC Urine Drug Screen properly.
• Administers and collects H. pylori Breath tests properly.
• Handles orders on minors appropriately.
• Completes paperwork and labels specimens for OVH Blood Bank correctly.
• Processes satellite specimens and delivers them to the appropriate department.
• Monitors inventory and replenishes supplies in the phlebotomy room and storage area.
• Deletes/cancels orders with proper documentation and ensures correct patient charge deletion.
• Recalls patients for follow-up or error correction, documenting callbacks in the lab logbook.
• Uses LIS for all applicable functions, including downtime procedures.
• Adapts work schedule to meet emergency staffing needs.
• Demonstrates competency in adult, pediatric, and infant phlebotomy, skin punctures, and bleeding times, including proper documentation and patient care.

General Job Functions

• Checks in patients at satellite labs, including scheduling.
• Processes lab and office specimens for transport.
• Contacts courier for Stat pickups.
• Performs, logs, and reports Rapid Strep and Hemoccult tests, notifying physicians of critical results.
• Trains new staff on lab policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as required.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Endurance for typing, standing, bending, walking.
• Exposure to sharps, latex, and potentially combative patients/visitors.

Blood-borne Pathogens and Safety

• Exposure to blood, body fluids, and non-intact skin or tissue specimens.
• Contact with patients or specimens possible, with unplanned exposure risks.

Education, Certification, and Training

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years of phlebotomy experience required; drug screen collection preferred.
• Ability to perform testing at satellite locations.
• Phlebotomy Technician Certification through NHA preferred; may be required at certain locations.
• CLA Certification preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, HIPAA, lab requirements, and skills in phlebotomy, data entry, and phone etiquette.
• Attention to detail, critical thinking, multitasking, and effective communication skills required.

Travel

• Travel to satellite locations as needed.

Our Commitment

We value our team members and offer comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA, and 401(k).

Equal Opportunity Employer

We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and other protected characteristics.

Safety Disclaimer

Our Company prioritizes safety and does not use chat rooms for job searches or personal information exchange. Be cautious of scams. Interviews are conducted at official locations during regular hours. For scam information, visit https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/JobScams or file a complaint at https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/.