Phlebotomist Mobile - Office Building II (GOB II)

Geisinger•Bloomsburg, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger Medical Laboratories is seeking a mobile phlebotomist to collect blood and other human specimens in clinical and non-clinical settings. The role supports patient care by performing venipunctures and skin punctures, ensuring accurate patient identification and specimen handling, and collaborating with clinical and non-clinical colleagues. Collections may take place in acute, post-acute, clinic, and field service areas as needed. The role also includes troubleshooting physician orders, processing specimens, assisting patients, mentoring students and new employees, managing inventory, and contributing to continuous improvement and investigative processes. The phlebotomist works under the leadership of a Phlebotomist III, Preanalytical Specialist, Team Lead, Supervisor, or other Laboratory Leader, escalating issues appropriately. The employee is expected to work independently and accountably, adapt to changing conditions, use relevant Geisinger business applications, and follow safety protocols, including protocols at non-Geisinger facilities. The role requires carrying a mobile phlebotomy toolkit weighing up to 15 pounds, maintaining a valid driver’s license and clean driving record, and following fleet maintenance policies and schedules. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Phlebotomist I, II, and III qualifications may be considered at appropriate compensation. Phlebotomist I is described as having less than one year of experience; Phlebotomist II as having one to two years of experience or graduating from Geisinger’s School of Phlebotomy Program; and Phlebotomist III as meeting Phlebotomist II qualifications, holding ASCP certification, and completing the internal preceptor course. The posting states a minimum of two years of related work experience is required. Salary is commensurate with experience. Eligible candidates may qualify for a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Minimum of 2 years of related work experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Clean driving record; employee is subject to annual driver record checks.
Ability to carry and lift a mobile phlebotomy toolkit weighing 15 pounds.
Competency in phlebotomy, including venipuncture and skin puncture specimen collection.
Skills in communication, interpersonal communication, computer literacy, and laboratory services.
Ability to identify patients and accurately collect, label, accession, and process specimens.
Ability to assess specimen acceptability and rejection criteria.
Problem-solving, critical-thinking, sound judgment, decision-making, teamwork, and accountability skills.
Ability to follow safety protocols and fleet maintenance requirements.

Nice To Haves

ASCP certification and completion of Geisinger’s internal preceptor course for Phlebotomist III consideration.
Graduation from Geisinger’s School of Phlebotomy Program for Phlebotomist II consideration.
Military medical experience, including Hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic Specialist (68W), Aerospace Medical Technician (4N0X1), or another medical specialty.
Preceptor skills.
Interest in pursuing ASCP certification and becoming a department trainer.

Responsibilities

Collect blood and human specimens in clinical and non-clinical settings, including acute, post-acute, clinic, and field service areas as needed.
Perform venipunctures and skin punctures in accordance with Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines.
Identify patients and collect, label, accession, and process specimens; apply specimen acceptability and rejection criteria.
Troubleshoot physician orders, process specimens for testing, and assist patients.
Collaborate with clinical and non-clinical colleagues to promote safe, high-quality patient care.
Work under designated laboratory leadership and escalate issues appropriately.
Carry out assigned responsibilities independently and accountably, using critical thinking to adapt to changing conditions.
Follow supplemental safety protocols at non-Geisinger facilities and use relevant Geisinger business applications and tools.
Carry the mobile phlebotomy toolkit and comply with fleet maintenance policies and preventative maintenance schedules.
Mentor students and new employees.
Manage inventory as directed by the site or regional lead.
Complete initial and annual competencies through the Learning Management System, including an exam and direct-observation checklist.
Contribute to continuous improvement objectives, root cause analyses, and other investigative processes.
Maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record, and undergo annual driver record checks.
Conduct work in alignment with Geisinger’s core values and competencies.

Benefits

Eligible candidates may receive a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
Full benefits, including health, dental, and vision coverage, starting on day one.
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts and a health savings account with employer contribution.
Company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
Paid time off plan with rapid accrual.
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
MyHealth Rewards wellness program with a financial incentive.
Adoption and fertility assistance.
Parental leave pay and military leave pay.
Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
Employee Assistance Program with care referrals, legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, and digital self-help tools.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet, and legal insurance.
Healthcare benefits for full-time and part-time positions from day one.