Phlebotomist II- Essex & Union

Job Title: Phlebotomist II – Float (Essex & Union)

Job Description

This Phlebotomist II float role supports two clinical locations in the Essex and Union areas, performing high-quality specimen collection and handling while helping to troubleshoot issues, train others, and recommend improvements to workflow. You will use your phlebotomy expertise in a fast-paced environment, ensuring accurate specimen processing, compliance with safety regulations, and excellent patient service across both sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and blood draws using straight needles and butterfly needles, following established clinical procedures.
• Collect, label, and store blood and other specimens (including urine and fecal samples) according to established protocols and test requirements.
• Clearly and courteously explain the venipuncture and specimen collection process to patients to ensure understanding and comfort.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes and verify that all information is accurate and complete.
• Centrifuge, split, freeze, and otherwise process specimens as required by specific test orders to maintain specimen integrity.
• Check all test requisitions or computer-generated labels against scripts or orders to ensure 100% accuracy.
• Package specimens for transport, following protocol for temperature control, container selection, and labeling to preserve specimen quality.
• Store specimen samples at required temperatures and place them in appropriate collection containers or tubes according to protocol.
• Follow all procedures outlined for specimen transport to maintain chain of custody and integrity of samples.
• Fully understand and interpret physicians’ orders related to laboratory testing and specimen collection.
• Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations and all relevant safety and infection control standards.
• Attend annual departmental trainings and keep knowledge of procedures, regulations, and best practices up to date.
• Answer telephone calls in the laboratory, provide information as appropriate, and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries in accordance with policy.
• Assist with troubleshooting specimen collection or processing issues and recommend improvements to workflow.
• Support training efforts for new staff or team members by demonstrating proper phlebotomy and specimen handling techniques.
• Accurately record maintenance data and participate in routine decontamination and cleaning procedures for equipment and work areas.
• Update patient information in systems as required to ensure accurate records and specimen tracking.

Essential Skills

• Valid phlebotomy certification for the state of employment, where required.
• Minimum of 6 months of work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting.
• At least 2 years of phlebotomy experience, including blood draws and specimen collection.
• Demonstrated proficiency in venipuncture techniques using straight needles and butterfly needles.
• Strong skills in blood collection, specimen labeling, centrifugation, and storage procedures.
• Ability to accurately match laboratory requisitions with specimen tubes and verify information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite for basic documentation and data entry tasks.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Thorough understanding of OSHA and DEP regulations and safe laboratory practices.
• Ability to communicate clearly and courteously with patients and clinical staff.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining 100% accuracy in specimen handling and documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a fast-paced clinical environment such as a hospital or high-volume laboratory.
• Comfort working as a float phlebotomist and adapting to multiple locations and workflows.
• Ability to read and understand physicians’ orders and laboratory test requirements.
• Experience answering patient and provider inquiries and communicating laboratory results according to policy.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing departmental training and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively across multiple sites.
• NE Hiring Initiative experience or familiarity is beneficial but not required.

Work Environment

• This is a float position that provides coverage between two clinical locations in the Essex and Union areas, including a site in Bloomfield (Suite K).
• The typical schedule is Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at one location, and Tuesday and Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Bloomfield site, with Thursday off.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Edison, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr.

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