Phlebotomist at RWJBarnabas Health – RAHWAY, New Jersey

Job Title: Phlebotomist

Location: RWJ - Rahway

Department Name: Lab RWJRH

Req #: 0000233604

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $19.18 - $22.92 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Summary

The primary function of the Phlebotomist is to obtain blood specimens from patients as ordered by the licensed healthcare provider, label the specimen appropriately and distribute to the laboratory department for testing,

The Phlebotomist is knowledgeable in all aspects of the pre-analytical phase of laboratory testing including specimen rejection criteria,

This position maintains the inventory of supplies required for specimen collection and disposes specimen collection needles and supplies safely,

The Phlebotomist assists laboratory technologists and clerical staff and also utilizes multiple computer systems in the performance of phlebotomy,

Education/Training/Certification/Licensure:

• High school diploma, Phlebotomy certification preferred,
• 1 year of direct experience in a healthcare environment preferred,

Essential Functions

• Collect blood specimens following appropriate protocol, entering orders, accessioning specimens and assisting lab technologists,
• Answering phones and inquiries, as well as assisting patients with proper specimen collection,

Benefits and Perks

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career

opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer