Casual/Per Diem Phlebotomist — Flexible Shifts

UPMC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

UPMC Cole is seeking a Casual/Per Diem Phlebotomist for its laboratory team. You will collect blood specimens from inpatient and outpatient populations, ensuring accurate collection to support essential laboratory testing used in patient diagnosis and treatment.

The role may also assist with computer, courier, and clerical duties that support daily laboratory operations and works under the supervision of Medical Technologists.

Responsibilities

• Interact with laboratory customers courteously and professionally; respond to inquiries promptly.
• Procure appropriate blood specimens by venipuncture, heelstick and fingerstick; instruct patients on collection procedures as needed.
• Demonstrate dependability and sound judgment to meet department priorities.
• Transport specimens to the appropriate laboratory sections following safety procedures.
• Adhere to laboratory and hospital policies on procedures, quality control, safety, and hand hygiene.
• Enter demographic information, test orders, charges, and credits into information systems; verify patient information and specimen identity.
• Train and orient new employees, students, and residents as applicable.
• Inform technical staff or pathologists of unusual or problematic incidents.
• May perform arterial puncture following strict guidelines.
• Monitor and maintain supplies; use materials cost-effectively.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Job description

UPMC Cole is seeking a Casual/Per Diem Phlebotomist for its laboratory team. You will collect blood specimens from inpatient and outpatient populations, ensuring accurate collection to support essential laboratory testing used in patient diagnosis and treatment.

The role may also assist with computer, courier, and clerical duties that support daily laboratory operations and works under the supervision of Medical Technologists.