Phlebotomist

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Mercy in Pittsburgh is seeking a full-time Phlebotomist to work 4:00 am–12:30 pm with varied days and every other weekend. The role involves accurate blood specimen collection from inpatients and outpatients under supervision of Medical Technologists.

Preferred candidates have inpatient phlebotomy experience, familiarity with LIS, and knowledge of medical terminology. Certification from an accredited phlebotomy program is preferred; high school diploma required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification from an accredited phlebotomy program preferred.
• Minimum 6 months phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood specimens by venipuncture, heelstick, and fingerstick.
• Interact courteously with lab customers and respond to inquiries.
• Enter patient and test data into information systems accurately.
• Transport specimens to appropriate lab areas following safety procedures.
• Adhere to hospital policies on safety, quality control, and hand hygiene.
• Train or orient new staff and students as assigned.
• Notify staff or pathologists of unusual incidents.
• Perform arterial puncture when required and under guidelines.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Inpatient experience

Medical terminology

LIS experience

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomy certification

Tools

Laboratory information system (LIS)

Job description

UPMC Mercy is hiring a full time Phlebotomist!

This position will work from 4am-12:30pm with varied days and every other weekend.

Preferred Candidates Will Have Previous Inpatient Phlebotomy Experience.

Purpose:

This position has the responsibility and accountability for accurately performing phlebotomy and specimen collection of inpatients and/or outpatients. Samples collected by the phlebotomist are used for laboratory test procedures that are essential in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. The Phlebotomist may also perform computer, courier, and clerical functions that are essential to laboratory operations. The Phlebotomist works in conjunction with and under the supervision of the Medical Technologists.

Responsibilities:

• Interact with all laboratory customers courteously and professionally; responds to telephone inquiries in a timely manner.
• Following proper patient identification procedures, procures appropriate blood specimens by venipuncture, heelstick and fingerstick. As required, instructs patients on the collection procedures for laboratory specimens that are obtained by the patient, and may collect samples other than blood.
• Demonstrates dependability, reliability, and independent judgment recognizing priorities to accommodate department needs and acceptance of appropriate authority.
• Specimen collection may be performed at off-site locations. Transports specimens from on- and off-site collection areas to the appropriate section of the laboratory following established safety procedures.
• Adhere to established laboratory and hospital policies in areas of procedures, methods, quality control, quality assurance, safety, including hand hygiene techniques and proper isolation precautions., compliance and personnel policies.
• As required, performs related clerical duties, and utilizes various computer functions to accurately enter demographic information into the information system(s), enters test orders, receives, cancels, charges, and credits tests, while ascertaining adequacy of patient information as well as sample identity.
• Trains and orients new employees, students and residents, as applicable and as assigned.
• Inform technical staff, supervisory personnel and/or pathologists of any unusual or problematic incidents.
• May also perform arterial puncture following strict collection and post collection guidelines .
• Monitors and maintains supplies for those functions for which the position is responsible; uses materials and reagents in a cost-effective manner.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certification from an accredited Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant program is preferred.
• Minimum 6 months experience performing phlebotomy is preferred.
• Medical terminology knowledge and laboratory information system experience preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Phlebotomy Technician (PBT(ASCP)) or equivalent certification preferred.
• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran