Phlebotomist - Evenings

Geisinger; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Full benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k)

Job summary

Geisinger Medical Laboratories seeks a dedicated phlebotomist for an evening, full-time role at Geisinger Community Medical Center. The position offers a 40-hour work week, a $5,000 sign-on bonus, and shift differentials.

You will collect specimens, label and process them, and collaborate with clinical staff to ensure safe, accurate patient care. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and at least 2 years in a clinical setting; ASCP phlebotomy certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) – required.
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience in a clinical setting (e.g., nursing assistant, certified nursing assistant, medical assistant).
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician – ASCP preferred.
• Phlebotomist levels: I (<1 yr), II (1–2 yrs or Geisinger program graduate), III (II + ASCP cert and preceptor course).
• Military medical experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Collect and procure blood and human specimens following CLSI guidelines.
• Identify patients, label specimens, accession, and process them per criteria.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to maintain a safe environment and patient outcomes.
• Work under supervision of senior lab staff and escalate issues as needed.
• Mentor students and new employees and perform continuous-improvement activities such as root-cause analyses.
• Manage inventory as directed and complete required competency exams annually.
• Serve as an autonomous end user of Geisinger lab applications across locations.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASCP Phlebotomy Certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

Join our team at Geisinger Medical Laboratories where your passion for caring and innovation meets state‑of‑the‑art lab services. This full‑time role is an evening shift at Geisinger Community Medical Center (GCMC), scheduled 40 hours per week. Eligible candidates may qualify for a $5,000 sign‑on bonus and new shift differentials.

Responsibilities

• Collect and procure blood and human specimens in the clinical setting, performing venipunctures and skin punctures according to CLSI guidelines.
• Identify patients, label specimens, accession, and process them while ensuring specimen acceptability and rejection criteria are met.
• Collaborate with clinical counterparts to maintain a safe environment that promotes optimal patient outcomes.
• Work under the guidance of Phlebotomist III, Preanalytical Specialist, Team Lead, Supervisor, or other laboratory leaders, escalating issues as needed.
• Mentor students and new employees, and perform continuous‑improvement activities such as root‑cause analyses.
• Manage inventory as directed by site or regional lead and complete required competency exams annually through the Learning Management System.
• Serve as an autonomous end user of Geisinger business applications and tools across Acute, Post‑acute, Clinic, and Field Service areas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) – required.
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience in a clinical setting (e.g., nursing assistant, certified nursing assistant, medical assistant, certified medical assistant).
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician – American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) preferred.
• Experience levels: Phlebotomist I (<1 year), Phlebotomist II (1–2 years or graduate of Geisinger’s School of Phlebotomy Program), Phlebotomist III (qualifications of Phlebotomist II plus ASCP certification and internal preceptor course).
• Military medical experience (e.g., US Army 68W Combat Medic, 18D, US Navy Hospital Corpsman) will be considered.

Benefits

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

Sign‑On Incentive

This position qualifies for a $5,000 sign‑on bonus for eligible candidates.

Equity and Diversity Statement

Geisinger is an affirmatively 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 protected veteran status.