CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey is a leading non – profit healthcare delivery system in New Jersey. The System includes CentraState Medical Center a community-based hospital, an ambulatory campus, three senior living facilities and three free-standing community health pavilions, and a charitable foundation. As the 3rd largest employer in Monmouth County, CentraState Healthcare System continues to live up to its reputation of being a truly great place to work recently designated a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company.

Inpatient Phlebotomist

The Inpatient phlebotomist draws patients on hospital inpatient nursing units, One-Day Surgery Dept., Pre-Admission Testing and Short-Stay unit. When the hospital is experiencing a patient surge, a phlebotomist(s) may also be assigned to the Emergency Room.

The Inpatient phlebotomist draws blood on admitted patients.  There are three shifts: 5a-1p, 1p-9p and 9-7am.  The 5a-1p inpatient phlebotomist is expected to draw 25-30 patients on early morning rounds. This includes routine, STAT and ALERT draws. Inpatient is a fast-paced, customer-focused environment with high patient volume.  The ability to work well within a team of phlebotomists is required. Communicating often and effectively with your team is essential.  1 year experience; ASCP-certified phlebotomy technician is preferred.

Outpatient Phlebotomist

The Outpatient phlebotomist draws walk-in patients at the main hospital campus. Appointments are not required and volume/traffic flow changes hourly. Outpatient phlebotomists are responsible for interpreting prescriptions, or seeking assistance with complex orders, and then ordering the labs in the computer. Patient flow is monitored very closely to assure the majority of outpatients do not wait longer than 15 minutes for service. High levels of customer service are expected and essential to good patient relations.

Outpatient is a fast-paced, customer-focused environment with high patient volume and high customer service standards.  The ability to work well within a team of phlebotomists is required. Communicating often and effectively with your team is essential.  1 year experience; ASCP-certified phlebotomy technician is preferred.

Outreach Phlebotomist

The Outreach phlebotomist is responsible for collecting blood specimens on all age groups and preparing specimens for transport to testing lab (s). This is a fast-paced, customer-focused environment with high patient volume.   The ability to work independently and efficiently is essential.  Self-motivated with excellent customer service skills are a must. An eye for detail and a high degree of accuracy in interpreting physician orders is crucial.  Other duties include answering the phone and responding to patient/MD requests for lab results, fasting requirements and hours of operation. Must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel around the service area – Monmouth and Ocean counties. Must be comfortable working alone. Must be willing to drive in bad weather – Outreach operations do not stop during inclement weather

Inpatient Phlebotomist

• Collects blood specimens on newborns to senior citizens through venipuncture, capillary fingerstick, or heelstick
• Obtains blood according to lab policy and procedure with minimal bruising to patient
• Labels tubes at the patient bedside and initials
• Draws routine, STAT and ALERT (stroke, medical response) specimens
• Maintains 100% compliance with positive patient identification
• Responds to various ALERTS throughout the hospital campus
• Assists in the specimen processing area when not on the floor or responding to alerts by receiving specimens collected on the floor by nurses, answering phones, stocking collection supplies, etc.
• Uses various computer applications
• Practices universal precautions at all times
• Respects patient confidentiality

Outpatient Phlebotomist

• Maintains 100% compliance with positive patient identification
• Collects blood specimens on newborns to senior citizens through venipuncture, capillary fingerstick, or heelstick
• Obtains blood according to lab policy and procedure with minimal bruising to patient
• Labels tubes in front of patients and initials tubes
• Uses various computer applications
• Practices universal precautions at all times
• Respects patient confidentiality

Outreach Phlebotomist

• Collect blood specimens on young children to senior citizens through venipuncture, capillary fingerstick, or heelstick
• Obtain blood according to lab policy and procedure with minimal bruising to patient
• Label tubes appropriately with initials, date and time
• Prepare specimens for shipment to testing lab (s)
• Interpret physician orders and perform computer order entry accurately
• Properly instruct patients in specimen collection, e.g., clean catch urines
• Maintain work area in a clean and orderly manner
• Register patients and perform order entry accurately
• Scan documents into the medical record
• Secure patient signatures on ABN’s
• Secure patient signature on consents
• Open facility/Close facility

Nursing Homes

Travel to nursing home accounts in Monmouth and Ocean counties using own vehicle or hospital vehicle.

• Collect blood specimens residents of Nursing Homes through venipuncture
• Obtain blood according to lab policy and procedure with minimal bruising to patient
• Label tubes at the bedside with initials, date and time
• Interpret physician orders and perform computer order entry accurately

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Phlebotomy experience preferred (Inpatient)
• Three years' experience as ASCP-certified phlebotomy technician preferred (Outreach)
• Certification preferred
• Proficient computer skills required for registering patients and ordering lab tests
• Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team

CentraState Healthcare System, in partnership with Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, community-based health system dedicated to providing comprehensive health services in central New Jersey. Beyond offering a wide range of advanced diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState is committed to being a valuable health partner, focusing on disease prevention, promoting healthy behaviors, and helping individuals of all ages live well.

Located in Freehold, CentraState includes a 284-bed acute-care hospital, a dynamic health and wellness campus, two award-winning senior living communities, a charitable foundation, and convenient satellite health pavilions. These pavilions offer primary care, specialty physician practices, and access to outpatient services such as lab work and physical therapy.

CentraState is proud to be among the less than two percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet® designation for nursing excellence five times. Additionally, it has been recognized as a Great Place to Work-Certified™ Company by Great Place to Work® for four consecutive years.

Joining CentraState means becoming part of a pioneering healthcare facility committed to high-quality, patient-focused care. We invite you to make a difference in our community and advance your career with us. We support our employees with work/life balance initiatives, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities, and more.

Discover why our employees love their jobs and being part of the CentraState family!

CentraState Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members.

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (30 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• 401(a) Retirement Plan with employer contribution
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Coverage, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
• Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
• Continuing Education / Onsite Training
• A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
• Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits
• Magnet recognized healthcare facility

Compensation Range: $19.50 - $31.20 per hour

The compensation above reflects the established range from CentraState Healthcare System (CSHS) for this position at the time the job was posted. CSHS considers many factors to determine compensation, including education, experience, skills, licenses, certification, and training.  As such, team member compensation may fall outside this range. 

Additionally, the compensation range reflects base salary and does not include extra shift rates or incentives tied to quality, productivity, etc., as applicable.

The benefits outlined also reflect CSHS’ policy at the time of posting.  Benefits as are made available to other similarly situated team members of CSHS, although participation is at all times in accordance with and subject to the eligibility and other provisions of such plans and programs. CSHS may modify its benefits plans or programs at any time.

CSHS is proud to comply with all pay equity and pay transparency laws.