Phlebotomist - Days

Geisinger Clinic; State College (Centre County); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Full benefits from day one

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per

401(k) plan with Geisinger match

Generous PTO

Wellness program

Descripción de la vacante

Geisinger Medical Laboratories seeks a Phlebotomist II to perform venipunctures and skin punctures across age groups, process specimens, and register patients in the laboratory information systems. You will assist with QA/QC, troubleshooting, and adherence to CLSI guidelines while ensuring compassionate patient interactions.

The role offers eligibility for a sign-on bonus and enhanced shift differentials, with benefits-first support and opportunities for growth within Geisinger’s lab network.

Formación

• Venipuncture and skin puncture expertise per CLSI guidelines.
• Strong interpersonal communication to explain blood draw and reassure patients.
• Experience handling specimens and operating registration and billing processes.

Responsabilidades

• Perform venipunctures and skin punctures on all ages.
• Obtain, process, and register blood specimens for testing.
• Maintain QA/QC and instrument troubleshooting as assigned.
• Follow policies, navigate multiple computer systems, and ensure specimen integrity.

Conocimientos

Venipunctures

Skin punctures

Interpersonal communication

Educación

ASCP Certification

Geisinger School of Phlebotomy Program

Herramientas

Laboratory information system (LIS)

Descripción del empleo

Location: Geisinger Medical Clinic Scenery Park

Shift: Days (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Worker Type: Regular

Exemption Status: No

Job Summary

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. Our mission is to provide exceptional patient care through innovative, efficient, and high-quality laboratory services

Eligible candidates may qualify for a $5,000 sign-on bonus!

NEW enhanced shift differentials!

Job Duties

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.

• 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

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, II and III qualifications will be considered at appropriate compensation. Salary commensurate with experience.

Phlebotomist I - less than 1 year of experience

Phlebotomist II - 1-2 years of experience or if you graduated from Geisinger's School of Phlebotomy Program

Phlebotomist III- qualifications of Phlebotomist II and ASCP Certification and Internal preceptor course

Benefit Highlights

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental