Phlebotomist -Full-Time Days

Holy Name Medical Center; Teaneck Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

On-site parking / parking access

Job summary

Holy Name Medical Center in Teaneck, NJ is seeking a phlebotomist to perform venipuncture and specimen collection in inpatient and outpatient settings, following hospital policies and maintaining accuracy in patient identification.

The role requires 1–3 years hospital phlebotomy experience, high school diploma or equivalent, with ASCP certification preferred and proficiency in LIS/HIS systems. The team offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's Degree preferred.
• 1–3 years hospital phlebotomy experience preferred.
• ASCP certification or equivalent preferred.
• Knowledge of venipuncture procedures and specimen handling.

Responsibilities

• Identify patients and specimens per policies.
• Perform phlebotomy on inpatient and outpatient locations.
• Maintain phlebotomy supply inventory.
• Enter patient data and test requests in LIS/HIS systems.
• Ensure correct patient identification using two identifiers.
• Adhere to lab safety and quality control.

Skills

Venipuncture

Capillary blood collection

Effective communication

LIS/HIS proficiency

Patient identification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree preferred

Job description

Location: Teaneck, NJ, United States
Date Posted: Sep 1, 2026

Welcome to Holy Name, a medical center where innovation is not just a goal — it's a commitment. Here, medical excellence thrives, allowing hope to reign supreme and leaving no room for fear. At our hospital, every patient is cared for with undivided attention — because healing every soul is our sole focus.
Holy Name is New Jersey's only independent Catholic health system, comprising a 361-bed acute care hospital, a renowned cancer center, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a residential hospice, a prestigious nursing school, and an extensive physician network. Healing at Holy Name goes beyond medicine and technology – it is infused with faith, conviction, compassion, and a commitment to educating the next generation of healthcare professionals through a variety of residency and educational programs. Our mission to provide care for the body, mind, and soul spans education, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and overall wellness. This is at the core of who we are and what we do, and we've done it this way across generations, every single day, for nearly 100 years. Every innovation, medical breakthrough, and groundbreaking treatment is powered by some of the best minds in medicine, ensuring nothing is left on the table or the road to recovery.

A Brief Overview

Performs venipuncture and capillary blood collection on patients without immediate supervision.

What you will do

• Consistently identifies all patients and specimens per hospital and laboratory policies
• Assures phlebotomy is being performed on the correct patient by using two patient identifiers
• Maintains low blood culture contamination rate by using correct blood culture procedures
• Obtains blood specimens in a skillful and professional manner
• Recognizes problems unique to different age groups and adjusts treatment procedures accordingly
• Performs phlebotomy on patients in all blood drawing locations. (Inpatient and On-site Patient Service Centers)
• Maintains phlebotomy supply inventory. Assures that no outdated tubes are used for patient care
• Identifies self as a HNMC employee, wears HNMC ID Badge and proper uniform when drawing from patients both in-hospital and outside of hospital
• Has an understanding of computer workstation and printers in order to perform daily functions
• Familiar with specimen requirements and patient preparation for all tests. Researches requirements for reference tests
• Shows working knowledge of Collection Manager, troubleshooting, and resolving issues
• Shows a working knowledge of appropriate LIS and HIS computer programs in order to enter demographic patient data, enter test requests, print labels, interim and cumulative patient reports, phlebotomy collection rounds, mailbox, collection verification, downtime and other programs pertinent to processing and collecting specimens
• Performs other related duties as requested

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma Or equivalent experience Required and
• Associate's Degree Preferred

Experience Qualifications

• 1-3 years Prefer at least one year previous hospital experience as a phlebotomist Preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of venipuncture and capillary blood collection.
• Effective verbal communication and comprehension

Licenses and Certifications

• ASCP - American Society of Clinical Pathologist ASCP certification as a phlebotomist or certification from a recognized professional organization for phlebotomy Upon Hire Preferred

At Holy Name, we believe in rewarding every team member with more than a paycheck—we invest in your future and well-being. Full-time and part-time employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and quality of life. We offer low-cost medical coverage with generous employer contributions, dental and vision plans, discounted prescriptions, and access to on-site child care. Additional benefits include 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, legal and voluntary coverage options, life insurance, and free on-site parking. If you are hired at Holy Name, your final base compensation will be determined based on factors such as employment status (Full/Part-Time or Per Diem) skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors – we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider any internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Pay Range: $18.50/hour - $26.25/hour
Holy Name is a mission-driven facility whose quality standards and philosophy are rooted in the principles of its founders, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace. Those principles are exercised daily by the Medical Center's dedicated and talented staff members. Holy Name is an Equal Opportunity Employer.