Phlebotomist, Per Diem Days, Pre-Admission Test/ Screening, Summit, NJ

Atlantic Health System; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Per Diem Phlebotomy Technician to support outpatient testing. You will perform venipuncture, EKGs, collect mid-turbinate swabs, and assist with rooming patients and taking vital signs.

Responsibilities include entering orders in SoftLab and Epic, labeling specimens, maintaining a clean workflow, and complying with safety policies. Prior experience in phlebotomy or patient care is preferred.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy knowledge and patient care skills.
• EKG performance and patient identification per policy.
• Vital signs collection and documentation.
• Clerical and laboratory workflow support.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture in a safe environment and label tubes.
• Perform EKG and release orders in Epic according to protocol.
• Assist with rooming patients and recording vital signs.
• Maintain organized workstation and replenish supplies as needed.
• Adhere to safety and infection prevention policies; participate in department logs.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Vital signs

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Epic

SoftLab

Two-Identifier System

Job description

Supports completion of outpatient testing by performing venipuncture, electrocardiogram (EKG), mid-turbinate swabs, and collecting additional laboratory testing as ordered by the provider. Assists with rooming patients for appointments with physician and anesthesia team as needed and performs vital signs.

Job Function 01

Performs venipuncture in a safe environment, following Atlantic Health System Policy including positive patient identification using the Two-Identifier System. Enters Computerized Laboratory Order Entry in Softlab as ordered by the provider. Releases Epic orders and Softlab orders. Transcribes orders as needed into Epic system from paper forms. Performs correct test as ordered by the provider. Uses laboratory references to ensure correct testing codes and correct collection tubes/ containers are utilized. Contacts provider for prescription or order clarification as needed. Maintains asepsis and disposes of sharps properly. Properly labels tubes and promptly sends tubes to the laboratory for processing.

Job Function 02

Performs electrocardiogram (EKG) as ordered by provider following Atlantic Health System Policy including positive patient identification using the Two-Identifier System. Releases EKG order in Epic a time of performing the test. If EKG order needs to be entered into Epic, transcribes order into Epic from paper order.

Job Function 03

Assist with rooming patients for physician appointments and anesthesia provider appointments. Performs vital signs including, temperature, pulse, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, height and weight. Communicates vital sign recordings with RN or provider.

Job Function 04

Keeps clean, well-stocked, and organized workstation. Replenishes supplies as needed. Notifies team if stock supplies are low for prompt reordering. Performs other departmental duties as assigned (i.e., eyewash log, refrigerator log, nutrition ordering, ERAS bags, etc.).

Job Function 05

Adheres to OSHA, JCAHO national patient safety goals, Board of Health, and hospital standards and requirements. Participates in yearly validations of department skills. Maintains clean and safe environment for patients and staff in accordance with hospital policies and other regulatory agencies. Checks for patient identification prior to any intervention. Exhibits PRIDE values on a daily basis.

Job Function 06

Completes collection of mid-turbinate Swabs for COVID or MRSA testing. Confirms surgical date for pre-procedural COVID testing to ensure completion within the required timeframe per Atlantic Health System policy. Observes and maintains proper personal protective equipment in accordance with infection prevention policies when providing patient care. Maintains standard precautions on all patients. Washes hands before and after caring for each patient.

Job Function 07

Assists with clerical functions as needed per department (i.e., scanning documents into Epic and patient phone calls)

Job function 08

Duties as assigned.

Per Diem Rate

$24/ hour

High School Graduate or GED. Ability to read, write and speak English.

1-2 years phlebotomy, secretary-technician or patient care technician experience preferred.

Certified Phlebotomy Technician Preferred

AHA BLS required.