Phlebotomy Specialist: Blood Collection & Training

Highmark Health; Coal Valley (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a qualified phlebotomist to perform venous and fingerstick blood collection from patients of all ages, following departmental policies to ensure safety and accuracy. The role includes training new staff, using the laboratory computer system, managing supplies, and transporting specimens to the proper departments while maintaining 100% patient identification.

This on-site position requires a high school diploma or GED, phlebotomy training preferred, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy training preferred.
• Phlebotomy or medical assistant certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Collect venous and fingerstick blood specimens from patients of all ages per department policies.
• Train and orient new employees, students, and homecare nurses in proper phlebotomy practices.
• Operate and utilize the laboratory computer system for job activities.
• Monitor supplies and maintain inventory levels.
• Package and transport specimens to appropriate departments for processing.
• Answer phones and beepers; respond to workflow changes promptly.
• Ensure 100% positive patient identification.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient care

Education

High school diploma/GED

Phlebotomy Training

Phlebotomy or medical assistant certificate

Tools

Laboratory computer system

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a qualified phlebotomist to perform venous and fingerstick blood collection from patients of all ages, following departmental policies to ensure safety and accuracy. The role includes training new staff, using the laboratory computer system, managing supplies, and transporting specimens to the proper departments while maintaining 100% patient identification.

This on-site position requires a high school diploma or GED, phlebotomy training preferred, and