Phlebotomist - GLH - Full time -Rotate

Geisinger; Lewistown (Mifflin County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a Phlebotomist II to perform venipunctures and process specimens in a clinical environment. The role offers opportunities for all skill levels and emphasizes patient care, quality specimen handling, and compliance with healthcare standards. Full benefits start on day one, including health insurance, PTO, and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with contributions

Generous PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare roles including military experience (e.g., US Army 68W).
• Availability for varied hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Completion of competency exams is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures and skin punctures according to guidelines.
• Accurately accession specimens and ensure positive identification.
• Provide phlebotomy coverage for various settings, including home visits.

Skills

Problem-solving

Patient interaction

Attention to detail

Education

Experience as Nursing Assistant, CNA, MA, CMA

Completion of competency exams

Job description

Job Description: Phlebotomist II

Phlebotomist II has experience and can independently perform venipunctures and skin punctures on all age groups, from neonates through adults, to obtain blood specimens. They possess knowledge of processing specimens for analysis and can utilize computer systems to register patients, facilitate billing, accession laboratory specimens, and provide information. The Phlebotomist II is responsible for performing a wide range of tasks to ensure the highest quality of specimens for testing and accurate client information, supporting goals of quality patient care and satisfaction. A key duty is to make patients feel relaxed and protected during blood collection, explaining the process and maintaining a comforting attitude to create an amiable environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Perform venipunctures and skin punctures according to Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines.
2. Ensure proper collection requirements are met.
3. Accurately accession specimens and ensure positive identification.
4. Demonstrate good problem-solving skills and resolve discrepancies.
5. Evaluate specimen suitability and acceptability.
6. Perform testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control on Point-of-Care instruments.
7. Handle reagents and supplies following protocols.
8. Follow established reporting procedures via computerized, verbal, and manual methods.
9. Record and report issues and solutions appropriately.
10. Access and navigate multiple computer applications and systems.
11. Adhere to organizational policies, including compliance policies.
12. Provide phlebotomy coverage for various settings, including in-home visits for homebound patients.
13. Successfully complete initial and ongoing competency exams.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. The role requires compliance with all policies and procedures. This position is unionized.

Additional Information:

Support Geisinger’s mission by providing exceptional laboratory services. Responsibilities include sample collection, troubleshooting, processing specimens, and patient interaction. Opportunities exist for all skill levels, from new to experienced phlebotomists, with pathways for certification and training roles. Compensation is commensurate with experience, including prior healthcare or military experience.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Experience as a Nursing Assistant, CNA, MA, CMA, or related roles, including military experience such as US Army 68W, 18D, US Navy Hospital Corpsman.
• Availability for varied hours, on-call, weekends, and holidays.
• Travel as needed.
• Completion of competency exams.

Benefits:

• Full benefits starting day one, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Multiple medical plans, flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts.
• Company-paid insurance coverage and a 401(k) plan with contributions.
• Generous PTO, holidays, and personal time.
• Tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and family support benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program and voluntary insurance options.