Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory

Penn State Health; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

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Job summary

Penn State Health - St. Joseph Medical Center in Reading, PA seeks a Laboratory Assistant to perform phlebotomies across all ages, register patients, and order tests in the EMR. The role includes specimen processing, collection of specialized tests, and breath alcohol testing.

This PRN position requires HS diploma, valid PA driver’s license, and BLS by orientation end date. Preferred qualifications include phlebotomy/MA/CNA training and ASCP or NHA phlebotomy certification.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver's license or eligible for PA driver's license if out-of-state.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) – required prior to end of orientation.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomies on patients of all age groups.
• Register patients and order laboratory tests in the EMR.
• Process laboratory specimens.
• Collect specialized tests.
• Perform breath alcohol testing.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient Registration

EMR

Breath Alcohol Testing

BLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Driver's License

BLS Certification

Phlebotomy/MA/CNA training (preferred)

Job description

Penn State Health - St. Joseph Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Reading
Work Type:PRN
FTE:0.001
Shift:Varied
Evening Shift Differential: $2.00/hour
Hours:day/evenings weekend

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The laboratory assistant is responsible for performing phlebotomies on patients of all age groups, performing patient registrations and ordering laboratory tests in the EMR, processing of laboratory specimens, the collection of specialized tests, and performing breath alcohol testing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• Valid Driver's license or eligible for a Commonwealth of PA driver's license if out of state
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) – required prior to the end of the orientation period
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• Completion of a phlebotomy, certified nursing assistant, or medical assistant training course
• Certification with ASCP or the National Healthcareer Association, Inc. as a certified phlebotomy technician or other discipline listed above
• Must have the ability to work well under pressure and multitask in a fast paced environment
• Medical terminology is helpful

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH ST. JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER?

St. Joseph Medical Center first opened its doors in 1873, over 150 years ago. The new 204-bed state-of-the-art hospital, located on Bernville Road, opened in 2006 and in 2015 became the first hospital to join the Penn State Health organization; Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center. Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center is dedicated to the health, education, and wellness of the community. Our approach to health care is bigger than all of us. It calls us to learn, share, and lift each other up while achieving our goals. With pride in who we are, where we work, and what we do, we are changing lives every day together. We do this by putting our patients first and by living our core values as we serve our community.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employerand does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.