Phlebotomist

Geisinger; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits starting day one

Shift differentials for evenings

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Geisinger Medical Laboratories in Scranton is seeking a phlebotomist for the evening shift. You will collect blood and other specimens in a clinical setting and support patient care.

Work with clinical counterparts and laboratory leaders to ensure accurate and timely specimen processing while adhering to CLSI guidelines. The role includes mentoring staff, participating in training, and contributing to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• ASCP certification required for Phlebotomy.
• Phlebotomy experience at levels I–III or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures and skin punctures following CLSI guidelines.
• Identify patients, label, accession, and process specimens.
• Work across Acute, Post-acute, Clinic, and Field Service areas as needed.
• Maintain specimen acceptability and reject criteria when not met.
• Document specimen data and use Geisinger applications.
• Mentor students and new employees and support ASCP certification training.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities including root cause analyses.
• Carry out inventory management as directed by site or regional lead.
• Comply with organizational policies and safety standards.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASCP Certification (Phlebotomy Technician)

Job description

Location & Shift

Geisinger Community Medical Center (GCMC), Evenings (United States of America). Scheduled weekly hours: 40. Worker type: Regular. Exemption Status: No.

Job Summary

Join our team at Geisinger Medical Laboratories. As a phlebotomist, you will collect blood and other human specimens in a clinical setting, support patient care, and work collaboratively with clinical counterparts and laboratory leaders to ensure accurate and timely specimen processing.

Job Duties

• Perform venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood specimens according to Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines.
• Identify patients, collect, label, accession, and process specimens.
• Operate in Acute, Post‑acute, Clinic, and Field Service areas as required.
• Maintain specimen acceptability and reject when criteria are not met.
• Document specimen data and use Geisinger business applications and tools.
• Mentor students and new employees and support training for ASCP certification.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities, including root cause analyses.
• Carry out inventory management as directed by site or regional lead.
• Comply with all organizational policies, practices, and safety standards.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Related work experience (required).
• Certification: Certified Phlebotomy Technician – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) (required).
• Phlebotomist level: I (< 1 year experience), II (1–2 years or Geisinger School of Phlebotomy graduate), or III (qualifications of II + ASCP certification and internal preceptor course).
• Experience as NA, CNA, MA, CMA, or similar considered.
• Military experience (Hospital Corpsman, Combat Medic, etc.) considered.
• Strong communication, computer literacy, interpersonal skills, and problem‑solving ability.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a clinical environment.

Benefits

• Full benefits (health, dental, vision) starting day one.
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out‑of‑area employees.
• Pre‑tax savings plans (FSA, HSA) with employer contributions.
• Company‑paid life, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with Geisinger contributions.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual.
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program.
• Family‑friendly support: adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay, Care.com membership for backup care.
• EAP with legal guidance, mental health visits, and work‑life support.
• Voluntary benefits: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet and legal insurance.

Hiring Incentive & Shift Differential

Sign‑on bonus: $5,000 (eligible candidates). Enhanced shift differentials for evening shift.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.