Phlebotomist - Patient-Centered Lab Specimen Specialist

Atlantic Health System; Hackettstown, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Phlebotomist to support specimen collection, labeling, and handling under the supervision of the Phlebotomy Supervisor. The role emphasizes patient comfort, safety, and education during procedures to ensure a positive patient experience.

Responsibilities include accurate accessioning via HIS/LIS, processing and labeling specimens, training team members, and maintaining inventory and safety practices in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Specimen Collection: Accurately interprets provider test orders and follows approved standard operating procedures for all specimen collections.
• Specimen Accessioning: Accurately uses the HIS and LIS for patient registration and test order entry.
• Specimen Processing: Evaluates provider test orders and collects specimens for acceptability and determines rejections according to established guidelines.; Accurately labels aliquot samples as required.; Recognizes and corrects defects before they are passed on to the next step of the process.
• Computer: Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency in the use of the HIS and LIS software systems in all job-related functions.
• Team Member Training: Assists with training of team members and students.
• Patient Experience/Customer Service: Models compassionate, patient-centered care by ensuring comfort during specimen collection, addressing concerns with empathy, and maintaining a professional, respectful demeanor to enhance the overall patient experience. Communicates effectively through the adherence of the PRIDE (Purpose, Respect, Innovation, Diversity & Inclusion, Extraordinary Care) values. Adheres to the AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank you) model.
• Safety Practices: Demonstrates knowledge of and practices department safety procedures in accordance with policies and regulatory agencies.
• Technical Equipment Operation: Operates and maintains all technical equipment according to approved standard operating procedures.
• Inventory Management: Maintains quantities and reviews expiration dates of all supplies.

Job description

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Phlebotomist to support specimen collection, labeling, and handling under the supervision of the Phlebotomy Supervisor. The role emphasizes patient comfort, safety, and education during procedures to ensure a positive patient experience.

Responsibilities include accurate accessioning via HIS/LIS, processing and labeling specimens, training team members, and maintaining inventory and safety practices in a fast-paced clinical environment.