Phlebotomist - Patient-Centered Specimen Specialist

Atlantic Health; Pequannock Township (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health is seeking a Phlebotomist to support accurate specimen collection, labeling, and handling under the supervision of the Phlebotomy Supervisor.

The role emphasizes patient comfort, safety, and education during procedures, along with proficiency in HIS/LIS systems, inventory management, and adherence to PRIDE and AIDET standards. This position is on-site at our New Jersey facilities and requires strong teamwork.

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.
• Specimen Processing: Accurately labels aliquot samples as required.
• Specimen Processing: 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 is seeking a Phlebotomist to support accurate specimen collection, labeling, and handling under the supervision of the Phlebotomy Supervisor.

The role emphasizes patient comfort, safety, and education during procedures, along with proficiency in HIS/LIS systems, inventory management, and adherence to PRIDE and AIDET standards. This position is on-site at our New Jersey facilities and requires strong teamwork.