Phlebotomist (Relief, Days) - Abington
About The Position
The Phlebotomist obtains patient blood specimens by venipuncture, fingerstick, or heelstick as appropriate for requested tests. The role uses appropriate equipment and follows phlebotomy policies and procedures, including proper collection techniques, patient identification, biohazard precautions, and timing and fasting requirements. The position is a relief, day-shift role based at Abington Memorial Hospital in Abington, Pennsylvania. The employee performs specimen collection and related laboratory duties while interacting with co-workers, visitors, and staff in a manner consistent with Jefferson’s values.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Prior experience of 1–3 years is preferred.
- Some laboratory locations may require phlebotomy training that includes at least 100 hours of rotation in an inpatient hospital setting or physician office, usually with 150 successful sticks.
- Phlebotomy certification is preferred.
Nice To Haves
- 1–3 years of prior experience.
- Phlebotomy certification.
Responsibilities
- Collect requested patient specimens by venipuncture, fingerstick, or heelstick and ensure accurate collection.
- Maintain positive patient identification during specimen collection.
- Communicate patient identification discrepancies, fasting requirements, and other collection-related factors to nursing personnel or physician offices.
- Notify nursing when in-house patients refuse blood draws.
- Use hospital resources when language barriers exist.
- Review requisitions for missing information and follow up with the facility or provider when information required for testing is unavailable.
- Check collection, sorting, and storage areas for specimens to ensure none are missed; transport or distribute specimens to the laboratory as needed.
- Monitor the Collection List and Unreceived Specimen Report.
- Complete the Collection List with accurate collection times and phlebotomist codes.
- Clean and stock the work area and assist with supply maintenance.
- Follow safety and Laboratory Dress Code policies.
- Perform other laboratory-related duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.
- Interact with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with Jefferson’s values.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
- Supplemental insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Flexible spending accounts
- Retirement plans
- Tuition assistance
- Voluntary benefits, including access to group insurance rates and discounts
- Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service
- Medical insurance, including prescription coverage, is available to all colleagues, including those working less than part-time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
