Phlebotomist - Per Diem/PRN

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation - Kessler North (Saddlebrook) • Saddle Brook, NJ

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation is hiring a per diem Phlebotomist at its inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Saddle Brook, New Jersey. The hospital provides care for people facing medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges associated with brain and spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.

The Phlebotomist collects blood and ensures specimens are obtained and processed appropriately while following established procedures and standard precautions. The role is scheduled for either 5:00–7:30 AM or 6:00–8:30 AM shifts, including weekdays and weekends. Per diem employees must work four shifts per six-week schedule, with at least two shifts on Saturday or Sunday. Compensation is $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

• Completion of a phlebotomist certification course or previous experience is required.
• Must work four shifts per six-week schedule, including at least two Saturday or Sunday shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in the health care field or related work is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collects or draws blood from patients as requested while ensuring their safety and comfort.
• Performs phlebotomy duties according to established standards, practices, and procedures, using appropriate techniques and equipment.
• Follows standard precautions; assembles supplies and equipment; and ensures equipment is clean and functioning properly.
• Greets patients courteously and professionally and confirms patient identity using the patient's full name and identification number before the procedure.
• Collects the specimens indicated on the test request form according to phlebotomy procedures.
• Labels specimens at the patient's bedside with the request-slip labels or complete patient information, including date, time, and initials.
• Notifies nursing staff of problems or concerns, including refusals and unsuccessful collection attempts, and documents these via the request form.
• Centrifuges and processes specimens as needed and verifies specimen collection.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Benefits

• Orientation program to support a smooth transition into the role.
• Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan; part-time or per diem employees are eligible upon reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or a subsequent calendar year.
• Potential advancement opportunities, including possible full-time opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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