Clerk Phleb - EKG Tech

UPMC • Altoona, PA

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Clerk Phlebotomist EKG Tech
Fulltime Day position 6:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. or 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. with the option of 10 hour days 6:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
AFSCME union
Posted: February 18, 2026

Requirements

• High school graduate; completion of an acceptable phlebotomy training program; successful completion of EKG training.
• Must be able to learn: The practices and procedures required in the workplace, The types of tests performed and laboratory terminology, The performance of phlebotomies, The courtesies of dealing with patients, physicians, and other hospital employees, The use of the telephone effectively and giving or receiving reports and messages clearly and accurately
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Nice To Haves

• Prefer one year experience, however a clinical rotation during phlebotomy training program is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Prior to collecting blood samples, identifies patient by identification armband, checking it with label using two unique identifiers
• Performs receptionist duties.
• Properly labels specimens with patient's name, hospital and room number, name of test, date and time collected and phlebotomist's initials.
• Collects routine, fasting, timed and stat blood samples as indicated on label ordered by a physician and entered into the computer.
• Communicates with patients, explaining procedures prior to venipuncture. Serves patient in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort.
• Processes outpatients, to include interpreting physician orders, venipuncture and billing.
• Performs EKG testing and clinical duties associated with the procedure.
• Appearance is professional and in accordance with the Department of Laboratory Services dress code and hospital policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED