Phlebotomist

iHire; Mifflin Township (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Phlebotomist, where you'll play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care. This position involves performing venipunctures and skin punctures, ensuring the highest quality specimens for testing, and utilizing advanced computer systems for patient registration and billing. You'll work in a collaborative environment, supporting a diverse patient population and contributing to innovative laboratory services. With a comprehensive benefits package starting from day one and a generous sign-on bonus, this opportunity is perfect for those passionate about healthcare and patient interaction. If you thrive in a clinical setting and are eager to make a difference, this role is for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Health insurance from day one

Company-paid life insurance

401(K) plan with automatic contribution

PTO plan

MyHealth Rewards wellness program

Adoption assistance

Paid parental leave

Discounted backup care membership

Qualifications

• Responsible for performing venipunctures and skin punctures on all age groups.
• Must exhibit knowledge of specimen collection requirements and processing.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures and skin punctures according to established guidelines.
• Evaluate specimen suitability and resolve discrepancies as needed.

Skills

Venipuncture

Skin puncture

Interpersonal communication

Specimen processing

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)

Tools

Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines

Point of Care instruments

Computer applications for patient registration

Job description

Phlebotomist - Geisinger Medical Center - Full Time - Evenings

Location: Danville, Pennsylvania
Job Category: Diagnostic Services, Phlebotomy, Lab
Schedule: Evenings
Work Type: Full time
Department: GMC Phlebotomy Team
Date Posted: 09/22/2024
Job ID: R-67074
Job Summary: $5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified applicants! 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:

$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS!*

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 II and III qualifications will be considered at appropriate compensation. Salary commensurate with experience. Experience as a nursing assistant (NA), certified nursing assistant (CNA), medical assistant (MA), certified medical assistant (CMA) or similar will be considered! Military experience will be considered. US Army 68W Combat Medic, 18D, US Navy Hospital Corpsman, and related medical specialties.

$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS!*

Geisinger benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, that starts day one of employment
• Three medical plan choices, including options to save with a flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
• Competitive 401(K) plan that includes an automatic 5% Geisinger contribution starting day one of employment
• PTO plan that allows you to earn more time more quickly
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health and earn monetary incentives
• Family support that includes adoption assistance, IVF and IUI coverage, paid parental leave, paid military leave and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones.

*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)
Certification(s) and License(s): Valid Driver's License - Default Issuing Body

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 of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.