Phlebotomist - UPMC Lititz

UPMC; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Phlebotomist responsible for accurate blood specimen collection for inpatients and outpatients. You may also perform clerical tasks and courier duties under Medical Technologist supervision.

Responsibilities include patient identification, specimen transport, and data entry in laboratory information systems, with on-site and potential off-site collection locations. Relevant certification and 6 months of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification from an accredited phlebotomy or medical assistant program preferred.
• Minimum 6 months of phlebotomy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interact courteously with laboratory customers and respond to inquiries.
• Procure blood specimens by venipuncture, heelstick, and fingerstick following proper ID procedures.
• Transport specimens between on-site and off-site collection areas per safety procedures.
• Enter demographic info and test orders accurately in the LIS and information systems.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

LIS knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy/Medical Assistant certification

Tools

Laboratory information system

Job description

Purpose:

This position has the responsibility and accountability for accurately performing phlebotomy and specimen collection of inpatients and/or outpatients. Samples collected by the phlebotomist are used for laboratory test procedures that are essential in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. The Phlebotomist may also perform computer, courier, and clerical functions that are essential to laboratory operations. The Phlebotomist works in conjunction with and under the supervision of the Medical Technologists.

Responsibilities:

• Interact with all laboratory customers courteously and professionally; responds to telephone inquiries in a timely manner.

• Following proper patient identification procedures, procures appropriate blood specimens by venipuncture, heelstick and fingerstick. As required, instructs patients on the collection procedures for laboratory specimens that are obtained by the patient, and may collect samples other than blood.

• Demonstrates dependability, reliability, and independent judgment recognizing priorities to accommodate department needs and acceptance of appropriate authority.

• Specimen collection may be performed at off-site locations. Transports specimens from on- and off-site collection areas to the appropriate section of the laboratory following established safety procedures.

• Adhere to established laboratory and hospital policies in areas of procedures, methods, quality control, quality assurance, safety, including hand hygiene techniques and proper isolation precautions., compliance and personnel policies.

• As required, performs related clerical duties, and utilizes various computer functions to accurately enter demographic information into the information system(s), enters test orders, receives, cancels, charges, and credits tests, while ascertaining adequacy of patient information as well as sample identity.

• Trains and orients new employees, students and residents, as applicable and as assigned.

• Inform technical staff, supervisory personnel and/or pathologists of any unusual or problematic incidents.

• May also perform arterial puncture following strict collection and post collection guidelines.

• Monitors and maintains supplies for those functions for which the position is responsible; uses materials and reagents in a cost-effective manner.

High school diploma or equivalent is required. Certification from an accredited Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant program is preferred. Minimum 6 months experience performing phlebotomy is preferred. Medical terminology knowledge and laboratory information system experience preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Phlebotomy Technician (PBT(ASCP)) or equivalent certification preferred.

• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal

• Act 33 with renewal

• Act 34 with renewal

• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran