Laboratory Assistant - WEEKEND - Laboratory

Penn State Health; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Laboratory Assistant to join their team on weekends. In this role, you will be responsible for drawing blood for tests, transfusions, and research, while ensuring patient comfort and safety. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, providing essential support to a diverse patient population. With a focus on professional growth and development, you will have access to exceptional benefits, including wellness programs and generous paid time off. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee Wellness Programs

Fitness Discounts

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition Program

Qualifications

• Completion of a Phlebotomy training program or equivalent.
• Six months of Phlebotomy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draw blood for tests and assist patients during procedures.
• Explain blood draw procedures to patients.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient Care

Venipuncture

Education

High School Diploma

Phlebotomy Training Program

Medical Assistant Program

Job description

Laboratory Assistant - WEEKEND - Laboratory

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Penn State Health - Hampden Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Enola

Work Type: PRN

FTE: 0.001

Shift: Day

Hours: 5:00a - 1:30p Weekends Only

Recruiter Contact: Trevor Smith at [e-mail]

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Draw blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research. May explain the procedure to patients and assist in the recovery of patients with adverse reactions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• High School Diploma or equivalent
  
  

Proof of one of the following:

• Completion of a Phlebotomy training program
• Completion of medical assistant program
• Completion of an internship/training program that included venipuncture, skin puncture, patient preparation and post-collection transportation/processing
• Currently/actively enrolled in an RN or LPN program
• Six (6) months of Phlebotomy experience
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

One (1) year of patient care experience working in the healthcare field

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 HAMPDEN MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center brings acute inpatient medical services to communities in Cumberland, Perry, and York counties. The facility features 108 private inpatient beds and an attached outpatient medical office building.

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 fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

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