Phlebotomist - Rotating

Geisinger•Coal Township, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger Medical Laboratories is hiring a phlebotomist to support its mission of providing exceptional patient care through innovative, efficient, high-quality laboratory services. The position performs venipunctures and skin punctures on patients of all ages, from neonates through adults, primarily in an inpatient clinical setting. The role also includes processing specimens, troubleshooting physician orders, using computer systems to register patients and facilitate billing, and providing a reassuring, supportive experience for patients. Phlebotomists at different levels may be considered, with compensation commensurate with experience. Phlebotomist I requires less than one year of experience; Phlebotomist II requires one to two years of experience or graduation from Geisinger’s School of Phlebotomy Program; and Phlebotomist III requires Phlebotomist II qualifications, ASCP certification, and completion of the internal preceptor course. Initial and subsequent competency exams are required. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Ability to independently perform venipunctures and skin punctures on patients of all ages, from neonates through adults.
Successful completion of initial and subsequent competency exams.
Communication, computer literacy, interpersonal communication, laboratory services, and phlebotomy skills.

Nice To Haves

Related work experience is preferred.
Phlebotomist II: one to two years of experience or graduation from Geisinger’s School of Phlebotomy Program.
Phlebotomist III: Phlebotomist II qualifications, ASCP certification, and completion of the internal preceptor course.
ASCP certification and becoming a department trainer are opportunities for staff.

Responsibilities

Perform venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood specimens in accordance with Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines.
Follow appropriate specimen collection requirements and ensure specimens are correctly identified through accurate accessioning.
Evaluate specimen suitability and acceptability; recognize and resolve discrepancies or refer problems as appropriate.
Process specimens for analysis and perform overall specimen accessioning and processing.
Use computer applications to register patients, facilitate billing, and complete other required workflows.
Explain the blood-drawing process and communicate with patients in a comforting, supportive manner.
Perform assigned testing and document point-of-care instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control.
Handle and replenish reagents and supplies according to established protocols when assigned.
Follow established reporting procedures and document problems and solutions.
Comply with related policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
Provide phlebotomy coverage at Medical Group offices and skilled nursing facilities, or perform in-home phlebotomy for homebound patients as required.
Complete initial and subsequent competency exams.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits 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, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
Paid time off plan with the ability to accrue time quickly.
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.
Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
Employee Assistance Program, including referrals for childcare, eldercare, and pet care; legal guidance; mental health visits; work-life support; and digital self-help tools.
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet, and legal insurance.
Eligible candidates may qualify for a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
Enhanced shift differentials.