Phlebotomist -GLH-Full time - Rotate

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

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Phlebotomist II to perform venipunctures and manage specimen processing in a clinical environment. The role supports patient care by ensuring high-quality laboratory services and requires a high school diploma along with relevant healthcare experience. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, emphasizing employee well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision coverage from day one

401(k) plan with contributions

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year in healthcare preferred.
• Experience as a nursing assistant, medical assistant, or similar roles is valued.
• Certifications from NAACLS or similar accrediting agency are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures and skin punctures on patients.
• Process specimens for analysis and troubleshoot physician orders.
• Provide phlebotomy coverage for various settings.

Skills

Problem Solving

Patient Care

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)

Job description

Job Summary
Job Duties

The Phlebotomist II has sufficient 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 appropriate computer systems to register patients, facilitate billing, accession laboratory specimens, and provide information. The Phlebotomist II is responsible and accountable for performing a wide range of tasks to ensure the highest analytical quality of specimens for testing and accurate information for clients. This includes supporting the goals and objectives of providing quality patient care and patient satisfaction. A key duty of a phlebotomist is to make patients feel relaxed and protected while collecting a blood sample. Explaining the blood drawing process and showing a comforting attitude helps create an amiable environment.

• Demonstrates knowledge of and 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.
• Demonstrates good problem-solving skills.
• Recognizes and resolves discrepancies as appropriate.
• Evaluates specimen suitability/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, computerized, verbal, and manual, as appropriate.
• Records and reports problems and solutions as appropriate.
• Navigates and accesses multiple computer applications including laboratory and hospital computer systems and the internet as needed.
• Knows and abides by policies and procedures including compliance policies.
• Provides phlebotomy coverage as required to 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. The employee is accountable for satisfying all job-specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not all-inclusive but represent typical elements necessary to perform the job successfully.

Position Details

This is a union position.

As a phlebotomist, you'll support Geisinger's mission of providing exceptional patient care through innovative, efficient, and high-quality laboratory services. Our phlebotomists are the friendly faces that collect samples for analysis in 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.

Additional tasks include troubleshooting physician orders, processing specimens for testing, and aiding patients.

We have many skill levels in our labs, from new to experienced phlebotomists, all of whom are well utilized. Geisinger employs phlebotomists in roles I, II, and III, and many pursue ASCP certification to become trainers in our department.

Phlebotomist I, II, and III qualifications will be considered for appropriate compensation. Salary is commensurate with experience. Experience as a nursing assistant (NA), certified nursing assistant (CNA), medical assistant (MA), certified medical assistant (CMA), or similar roles will be considered. Military experience is also valued, including US Army 68W Combat Medic, 18D, US Navy Hospital Corpsman, and related specialties.

Geisinger cares about its employees and their families. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage from day one, multiple medical plans, pre-tax savings plans, company-paid life and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with contributions, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, family support benefits, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) - Required

Experience: Minimum of 1 year in healthcare preferred

Certifications: Member of NAACLS or similar accrediting agency

Our purpose and values focus on caring, kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety. We promote diversity and inclusion, believing that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to serve our community effectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, encouraging women and minorities to apply, and ensure consideration regardless of disability or veteran status.