Phlebotomist - Rotating

Geisinger Clinic; Coal Township (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits starting day one

401(k) with Geisinger contributions

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per

PTO and disability coverage

Wellness program

Job summary

Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital (GSACH) seeks a Phlebotomist II to join our state-of-the-art Medical Laboratories team. You will perform venipunctures and skin punctures on patients across age groups, ensuring accurate specimen handling and timely processing for testing.

You will interact with patients to explain the procedure and provide reassurance, supporting high-quality laboratory services. Role may involve coverage across Geisinger facilities, with competency exams and

Qualifications

• Phlebotomist II responsibilities include venipuncture and sample collection per CLSI guidelines.
• Interpersonal skills to explain the blood draw process with a comforting attitude.
• Phlebotomists may be considered at I, II or III levels with appropriate compensation.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures and skin punctures for blood specimens.
• Ensure correct collection requirements and positive specimen identification.
• Record and report problems; resolve discrepancies as appropriate.
• Handle and replenish reagents and supplies per protocols.
• Operate computer systems to register patients and assist billing.
• Provide phlebotomy coverage for various Geisinger sites as needed.

Skills

Venipuncture & Skin Puncture

Interpersonal communication

Education

ASCP Certification

Job description

Location

Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital (GSACH)

Shift

Rotation (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

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 servicesEligible 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.

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 ass