Flex Full-Time Phlebotomist

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Passavant - McCandless in Pittsburgh seeks a Flex Full-Time Phlebotomist to join Phlebotomy Services. The role performs venipuncture and specimen collection with attention to patient safety, accuracy, and quality control.

Responsibilities include routing specimens, prioritizing patient comfort, and training staff as needed. High school diploma or equivalent and phlebotomy certification preferred; 6 months experience desired.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy knowledge and practical specimen collection skills.
• Medical terminology knowledge preferred.
• Laboratory information system experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture, heelstick, and fingerstick following patient ID protocols.
• Instruct patients on collection procedures for non-blood specimens and collect as required.
• Transport specimens to the appropriate lab section while maintaining safety and integrity.
• Ensure compliance with lab policies, quality assurance, and infection control measures.
• Interact professionally with laboratory customers and answer inquiries promptly.
• Perform clerical duties like data entry, test ordering, specimen labeling, and confirming patient information.
• Train and orient new employees, students, and residents as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy technique

Medical terminology

LIS experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy/Medical Assistant certification

Job description

Join Our Community! Are you passionate about providing high-quality patient care through expert phlebotomy services? UPMC is committed to delivering the right care, in the right way, at the right time, every time. Our Phlebotomists play a vital role in our healthcare team, ensuring accurate and professional specimen collection. Join us as we provide Life Changing Medicine to our community.

Join Our Community! Are you passionate about providing high-quality patient care through expert phlebotomy services? UPMC is committed to delivering the right care, in the right way, at the right time, every time. Our Phlebotomists play a vital role in our healthcare team, ensuring accurate and professional specimen collection. Join us as we provide Life Changing Medicine to our community.

Position: Flex Full-Time Phlebotomist

Department: Phlebotomy Services

Location: UPMC Passavant - McCandless

Shifts: Minimum of 28 hours/ week, up to 40 hours/week as needed by the department. No Sundays or holidays required! Hours vary based on department need.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture, heelstick, and fingerstick procedures following proper patient identification protocols.
• Instruct patients on collection procedures for non-blood specimens and collect samples as required.
• May also perform arterial puncture following strict collection and post collection guidelines.
• Transport specimens safely from on-site and off-site collection areas to the appropriate lab section.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory and hospital policies, including quality assurance and infection control measures.
• Interact courteously and professionally with all laboratory customers and respond to telephone inquiries promptly.
• Perform clerical duties such as data entry, test ordering, specimen labeling, and verifying patient information.
• Train and orient new employees, students, and residents as assigned.
• Communicate unusual or problematic incidents to technical staff, supervisors, or pathologists.
• Receive, label, and prepare specimens for analysis while maintaining accuracy and integrity.
• Order, organize, and maintain inventory of supplies; check expiration dates and stock patient care areas.
• Provide clear instructions to patients regarding specimen collection and address concerns with professionalism and empathy.

Note: All competencies must be achieved. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions associated with the role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certification from an accredited Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant program is preferred.
• Minimum 6 months experience performing phlebotomy is preferred.
• Medical terminology knowledge and laboratory information system experience preferred.

Licenses, Certifications, and Clearances

• Phlebotomy Technician (PBT(ASCP)) or equivalent certification preferred.
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.