Phlebotomist | Sign-On Bonus Eligible

Independence Health System; Greensburg (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$7,500 Sign-On Bonus Eligible

Job summary

Independence Health System is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform patient specimen collection using various techniques for inpatients and outpatients. You will enter data accurately in LIS, verify specimens, and process reports to support laboratory testing and patient care.

A $7,500.00 sign-on bonus is available for eligible candidates. The role requires adherence to safety protocols, accurate labeling, and timely transport of specimens within the facility.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or higher.
• Completion of Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant Training Program or six months experience performing phlebotomy preferred.
• Knowledge of coding, basic math, and payer/insurance benefits is preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and general office related equipment, such as a fax or copier is preferred.
• Medical terminology and specimen knowledge and laboratory information system experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates LIS competency by entering orders, monitoring reports, and looking up test codes and demographics.
• Follow standard precautions during venous or capillary phlebotomy.
• Identify patient and specimen using two identifiers.
• Follow department blood collection and post-venipuncture protocols.
• Assist with specimen procurement techniques and urine drug screen collections.

Skills

Medical terminology

Specimen knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant Training

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Independence Health System is seeking a Phlebotomist to perform patient specimen collection using various techniques for inpatients and outpatients. You will enter data accurately in LIS, verify specimens, and process reports to support laboratory testing and patient care.

A $7,500.00 sign-on bonus is available for eligible candidates. The role requires adherence to safety protocols, accurate labeling, and timely transport of specimens within the facility.