Phlebotomy Clerk - Patient Care & Lab Support (Day Shift)

UPMC; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is hiring a Clerk-Phlebotomist to draw venous blood samples for testing as requested by physicians and to perform associated clinical duties. This full-time day-shift role requires professional appearance and clear communication with patients and staff.

Responsibilities include venipuncture, labeling, outpatient processing, and receptionist duties in a hospital setting. Prior phlebotomy training or completion of UPMC program is required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent and completion of an acceptable phlebotomy program.
• If no phlebotomy training, completion of UPMC phlebotomy training program.

Responsibilities

• Appearance must be professional and in line with dress code and hospital policy.
• Explain procedures to patients prior to venipuncture and ensure patient safety and comfort.

Skills

Patient communication

Attention to detail

Professional appearance

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomy training program completed

UPMC phlebotomy training (if no program)

Tools

Laboratory information system (LIS)

Job description

UPMC is hiring a Clerk-Phlebotomist to draw venous blood samples for testing as requested by physicians and to perform associated clinical duties. This full-time day-shift role requires professional appearance and clear communication with patients and staff.

Responsibilities include venipuncture, labeling, outpatient processing, and receptionist duties in a hospital setting. Prior phlebotomy training or completion of UPMC program is required.