Phlebotomist - Inpatient

Reading Hospital; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Program

Life Insurance

Job summary

Reading Hospital is currently seeking Phlebotomists to join its team in Reading, PA. The roles offer both full-time and part-time positions with varied hours. Responsibilities include performing phlebotomy, point-of-care testing, and ensuring accurate patient registration.

Ideal candidates will have phlebotomy training, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. Comprehensive benefits, including tuition assistance and time off, are also part of the package.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy training and/or experience required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire date.
• FIT testing must be obtained within 60 days of hire date.
• PA driver’s license may vary based on department needs.

Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomy, point‑of‑care testing on multiple platforms, and EKG tracings.
• Correctly identifies patients and handles patient registration.
• Maintains knowledge of laboratory and hospital information systems.
• Distributes or coordinates collections and performs procedures accurately.

Skills

Collaborative skills

Computer skills

Customer service skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

General clerical skills

Good reasoning skills

Listening skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Service orientation

Strong team player

Education

Post‑high‑school diploma program

Job description

Job Summary

• Full‑Time (80 hrs per pay): M‑F 1:15 PM‑9:45 PM; Every Other Weekend & 3 holidays per yr
• Part‑Time (32 hrs per pay): Varied weekdays 2 AM‑6 AM; Every Other Weekend 2 AM‑6 AM; 3 holidays per yr (2 AM‑8 AM)
• Part‑Time (16 hrs per pay): Varied days 1:15 PM‑9:45 PM; Every Other Weekend & 3 holidays per yr

Available Inpatient Phlebotomy Positions

• Full‑Time (80 hrs per pay): M‑F 1:15 PM‑9:45 PM; Every Other Weekend & 3 holidays per yr
• Part‑Time (32 hrs per pay): Varied weekdays 2 AM‑6 AM; Every Other Weekend 2 AM‑6 AM; 3 holidays per yr (2 AM‑8 AM)
• Part‑Time (16 hrs per pay): Varied days 1:15 PM‑9:45 PM; Every Other Weekend & 3 holidays per yr

The Phlebotomist

• Performs phlebotomy, point‑of‑care testing on multiple platforms, and EKG tracings.
• Correctly identifies patients and handles patient registration.
• Maintains a working knowledge of the laboratory and hospital information systems.
• Distributes or coordinates collections and performs procedures accurately, with knowledge of parameters of acceptability and critical limits.
• Expected to perform other duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• Generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefits.
• Immediate access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay.
• Employee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Program, Life Insurance, and more.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Post‑high‑school diploma program, or combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.

Experience

• Phlebotomy training and/or experience required.

Certification and Licensure

• BLS certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire date.
• FIT testing must be obtained within 60 days of hire date.
• PA driver’s license (may vary based on department needs).

Required Skills

• Collaborative skills
• Computer skills, including use and navigation
• Customer service skills
• Detail‑oriented
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• General clerical skills
• Good reasoning skills
• Listening skills
• Multitasking
• Organizational skills
• Service orientation
• Strong team player

Why Reading Hospital's Laboratory?

• CAP accredited with specialized testing, lab automation, and state‑of‑the‑art equipment.
• Offers cross‑training opportunities and participation in cross‑functional process‑improvement teams.
• Deployed a large volume of tests in FY 2023, with growth opportunities and career advancement ladders.

Overview

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Tower Health offers various academic medicine and training programs, including residency, fellowship, and the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, as well as a range of services such as rehabilitation, home health, ambulance services, a medical group, a clinically integrated network, and urgent care facilities.