Phlebotomist ( Must live in Atlantic City, NJ)

HarmonyCares • Toms River, NJ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist assists a HarmonyCares Medical Group physician in delivering primary health care and managing patient care in residential settings. The role collects blood and other specimens for laboratory testing, performs screening procedures, takes vital signs as needed, and supports patients and clinical teams during in-home care visits. The position also involves maintaining specimen integrity and accurate records, preparing supplies and equipment, and complying with applicable clinical, safety, privacy, and regulatory requirements. The role requires driving up to 150 miles daily in urban and/or rural settings.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Phlebotomist certification.
• CPR certification.
• Valid, unencumbered driver's license and good driving record.
• Ability to drive up to 150 miles daily in urban and/or rural settings.
• Full range of body motion, including handling and lifting patients.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to read and understand road maps.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods.
• Proficiency in venipuncture, phlebotomy, and finger sticks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and documentation skills.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR).
• Experience with appropriate IT technology, such as an iPad and GPS.
• Interpersonal skills and compassion.
• Ability to work independently, analyze information, think critically, and solve problems.
• Attention to detail.
• Procedural and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of patient-care experience, preferably in geriatric care.

Responsibilities

• Identify appropriate methods for obtaining blood samples and other specimens and perform screening procedures.
• Verify test requisitions against clinician orders and bring discrepancies to leadership's attention.
• Verify patient identity and explain sampling procedures.
• Collect blood specimens through venipunctures and finger sticks.
• Maintain specimen integrity by using aseptic technique and following department and isolation procedures.
• Track collected specimens, including initialing, dating, recording collection times, and maintaining daily collection tallies.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards, procedures, and legal regulations.
• Adhere to professional standards, institutional policies and procedures, and federal, state, and local requirements.
• Take vital signs as needed.
• Label, store, and package specimens for delivery to the laboratory.
• Log patient information for accurate processing and testing, including in compliance with CLIA standards.
• Perform clinical duties in accordance with OSHA and HIPAA requirements.
• Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment, including supply inventory, medical bag, and car.
• Facilitate required consent form signatures as needed.
• Attend required meetings and in-services.
• Support the organization's mission, vision, and core values by providing compassionate support, attention, and assistance to patients, families, and team members.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Tuition, professional license, and certification reimbursement.
• Paid time off, holidays, and volunteer time.
• Paid orientation and training.
• Daytime hours with no holidays or weekends.
• Manageable rosters and visits per day compared with a traditional practice environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED