Phlebotomist - Per Diem/PRN

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation - Welkind (Chester) • Chester, NJ

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation is seeking a Per Diem Phlebotomist for its inpatient rehabilitation hospital located at 201 Pleasant Hill Road, Chester, NJ 07930. The hospital is dedicated to providing exceptional and compassionate care to address medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with various conditions including brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas. The role involves collecting blood from patients as requested, following standard operating procedures to ensure patient safety and comfort, and obtaining quality specimens. The organization supports career growth and personal well-being through an orientation program, a company-matching 401(k) retirement plan (for eligible part-time/per diem employees), and potential for advancement to full-time opportunities. The team is committed to exceptional patient care.

Requirements

• Phlebotomist certification required through NHA
• Four (4) shifts per 6-week schedule, two being weekend shifts

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in health care field or related work preferred

Responsibilities

• Collects/draws blood from all patients as requested.
• Follows standard operating procedures assuming responsibility for the safety and comfort of the patient.
• Assures that quality specimens are obtained.
• Performs phlebotomist duties according to established standards, practices and procedures.
• Uses proper techniques and equipment in the performance of duties.
• Follows standard precautions in performing duties.
• Assembles supplies and equipment.
• Assures equipment is clean and functioning properly.
• Greets patient in a courteous/professional manner.
• Confirms the identification of the patient using the patient’s full name and patient identification number before the procedure is performed.
• Collects appropriate specimens as indicated on the test request form following Phlebotomy procedures.
• Properly identifies the specimen(s) at the patient’s bedside using the request slip labels or by writing full patient information on the specimen(s) including the date, time and initials.
• Notifies the nursing staff of any problems or concerns encountered.
• Notifies nursing of any patient who has refused to have their blood drawn as well as “can’t get” patients and documents this via the request form.
• Centrifuges and processes specimens as needed.
• Verifies specimen collection.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Benefits

• Orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan (Part-Time or Per Diem, are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year).
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees