Phlebotomist

iHire; Kulpmont (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Phlebotomist II, where you'll play a crucial role in patient care by performing venipunctures and skin punctures to collect blood specimens. This position requires interpersonal skills to comfort patients and ensure accurate processing of specimens. Working in a clinical environment, you'll support a diverse patient population and contribute to high-quality laboratory services. With opportunities for growth and development, this role is perfect for those passionate about healthcare and innovation. Experience a collaborative atmosphere that values kindness, excellence, and safety while making a difference in your community.

Benefits

Competitive 401(K) plan

Healthcare benefits from day one

Vision and dental coverage

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year related work experience required.
• Certification as a Phlebotomy Technician (ASCP) needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures and skin punctures for blood specimens.
• Process specimens and ensure accurate identification.
• Provide phlebotomy coverage to various locations as needed.

Skills

Venipuncture

Skin puncture

Interpersonal communication

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)

Tools

Computer applications

Point of Care instruments

Job description

Phlebotomist - Geisinger Primary Care Kulpmont - Flex/PRN/Per Diem - Days
Location: Kulpmont, Pennsylvania
Job Category: Diagnostic Services, Phlebotomy, Lab
Schedule: Per Diem
Work Type: Part time
Department: JM-Phlebotomy Team
Date Posted: 05/14/2024
Job ID: R-62095

Job Summary: Phlebotomist II is responsible and accountable for performing a wide range of tasks to provide a specimen of highest analytical quality for testing and accurate information for the system and medical laboratories' clients. Phlebotomist II can independently perform venipunctures and skin punctures on all age groups, from neonates through adults. Phlebotomist II will obtain blood specimens, process specimens for analysis, utilize the appropriate computer systems to register patients, facilitate billing, and perform overall specimen accessioning and processing. Phlebotomist II will have interpersonal communication ability to explain the blood drawing process and to show a comforting attitude toward patients.

Job Duties:

• Performs venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood specimens according to Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines.
• Exhibits knowledge of adequate and correct collection requirements.
• Performs accessioning procedures appropriately and accurately to ensure positive identification of the specimens.
• Recognizes and resolves discrepancies as appropriate.
• Evaluates specimen suitability and acceptability.
• Resolves or refers problems as appropriate.
• Performs testing and records Point of Care instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control as assigned.
• Handles and replenishes reagents and supplies according to established protocols as assigned.
• Follows established reporting procedures as appropriate.
• Records and reports problems and solutions as appropriate.
• Navigates and accesses multiple computer applications as needed.
• Knows and abides by related policies and procedures including compliance policies.
• Provides phlebotomy coverage as required to Medical Group offices, skilled nursing facilities, or performs in-home phlebotomy for homebound patients.
• Successful completion of initial and subsequent competency exams required.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details: Join our team at Geisinger Medical Laboratories. You can find your passion for caring and innovation as a team member in our state-of-the-art laboratories!

As a phlebotomist, you'll support Geisinger's mission of providing exceptional patient care through innovative, efficient, and high-quality laboratory services. At Geisinger, our phlebotomists are the friendly faces that collect samples to be analyzed by our state-of-the-art labs. Supporting a varied patient population, you'll be responsible for venipunctures/skin punctures on patients in our inpatient setting.

There are many other tasks our phlebotomists complete, such as troubleshooting physician orders, processing specimens for testing, as well as aiding our patients.

We have many different skill levels in our labs, from new to experienced phlebotomists, and all skill levels are well utilized. Geisinger employs phlebotomists in roles I, II, and III. We also have numerous staff members who pursue their ASCP certification and become trainers for our department!

Phlebotomist I and II qualifications will be considered at appropriate compensation. Salary commensurate with experience.

Geisinger benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive 401(K) plan that includes an automatic 5% Geisinger contribution starting day one of employment.

Qualified applicants are those individuals who have not worked in a full- or part-time capacity for Geisinger Medical Laboratories in the last 18 months.

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)
Experience: Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Required)
Certification(s) and License(s): Valid Driver's License - Default Issuing Body; Certified Phlebotomy Technician - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

Our Purpose & Values: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family. We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.