Phlebotomist, Casual Weekends

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

UPMC Mercy is seeking a casual Phlebotomist to support our hospital on weekends. Shifts on Saturdays and Sundays run from 4am to either 10:30am or 12:30pm, with inpatient phlebotomy experience preferred.

Responsibilities include patient identification, venipuncture, specimen transport, and basic clerical tasks while upholding safety standards. A high school diploma and phlebotomy certification are preferred; LIS knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 6 months experience performing phlebotomy preferred.
• Medical terminology knowledge and LIS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interact with laboratory customers courteously; respond to telephone inquiries promptly.
• Procure blood specimens by venipuncture, heelstick, and fingerstick; instruct patients on collection procedures; may collect non-blood samples.
• Demonstrate dependability and independent judgment to prioritize department needs.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Inpatient phlebotomy experience

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy Certification (PBT/ASCP) or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

UPMC Mercy is hiring a Casual Phlebotomist to support our hospital!
This position will work every weekend on Saturday-Sunday from either 4am-10:30am or 4am-12:30pm.

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