Lead Phlebotomist & Mentor for Specimens

UPMC; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC seeks a skilled phlebotomist to join our laboratory team in Carlisle. The role involves collecting and processing specimens, accurately labeling samples, and ensuring patient safety and data integrity.

You will train and mentor new staff, maintain documentation, and collaborate with clinicians and other departments to support high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate has at least two years in a phlebotomy or related role, strong medical terminology knowledge, and experience with

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required or preferred.
• Minimum 2 years experience in a related role.
• Medical terminology knowledge and laboratory information system experience are preferred.
• Ability to set work priorities and handle multiple procedures concurrently.
• Ability to interact with multiple departments and staff.

Responsibilities

• Read and comply with organizational policies and procedures.
• Collect specimens in a timely manner following established protocols.
• Verify patient identity and accurately label specimens.
• Communicate with clients, patients, and coworkers in a courteous manner.
• Call clients to confirm handwritten orders and gather billing/DX information as needed.
• Participate in teams and projects and perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform basic clerical duties such as filing, data entry, and mail preparation.
• Delegate priorities to staff and manage non-urgent tasks as needed.
• Maintain a clean, stocked, and organized work area; manage lab coat cleaning.
• Interact with customers professionally; respond to inquiries promptly.
• Train, mentor, and orient new employees as assigned.
• Complete required documentation and logs.
• Process and package specimens per testing specifications and document issues promptly.
• Ensure dress code, policy, and safety compliance and report violations.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy certification

Medical Assistant program

Tools

Laboratory information system

Job description

UPMC seeks a skilled phlebotomist to join our laboratory team in Carlisle. The role involves collecting and processing specimens, accurately labeling samples, and ensuring patient safety and data integrity.

You will train and mentor new staff, maintain documentation, and collaborate with clinicians and other departments to support high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate has at least two years in a phlebotomy or related role, strong medical terminology knowledge, and experience with