Phlebotomist - Geisinger Community Medical Center (GCMC)

Geisinger•Scranton, PA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger Medical Laboratories seeks a Phlebotomist to support exceptional patient care through innovative, efficient, and high-quality laboratory services. The position collects blood specimens from a varied patient population, including patients in an inpatient setting, and supports specimen processing and laboratory operations. Phlebotomists may be considered at levels I, II, or III, with compensation based on the appropriate level and experience. Salary is commensurate with experience. The Phlebotomist II independently performs venipunctures and skin punctures on patients of all ages, from neonates through adults. The role also registers patients, facilitates billing, processes and accessions specimens, and communicates with patients to explain the blood-drawing process and provide comfort. Other activities include troubleshooting physician orders, performing assigned point-of-care testing and instrument maintenance, and providing phlebotomy coverage in medical offices, skilled nursing facilities, or patients’ homes. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Successful completion of initial and subsequent competency exams is required. The position is accountable for fulfilling job-specific obligations and complying with organizational policies and procedures. Department-specific orientation competencies and skills may also be essential. The posting describes Phlebotomist I 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 having at least two years of experience and ASCP certification. Experience as a nursing assistant, certified nursing assistant, medical assistant, certified medical assistant, or in a similar role will be considered, as will relevant military medical experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
At least one year of related work experience is preferred.
Ability to perform venipunctures and skin punctures on all age groups, from neonates through adults, for Phlebotomist II duties.
Successful completion of initial and subsequent competency exams.
Certified Phlebotomy Technician certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is listed.
Phlebotomist II level: one to two years of experience or graduation from Geisinger’s School of Phlebotomy Program.
Phlebotomist III level: two or more years of experience and ASCP certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a nursing assistant (NA), certified nursing assistant (CNA), medical assistant (MA), certified medical assistant (CMA), or in a similar role.
Relevant military medical experience, including US Army 68W Combat Medic, 18D, US Navy Hospital Corpsman, or related medical specialties.
ASCP certification and experience training others.

Responsibilities

Perform venipunctures and skin punctures to collect blood specimens according to Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines.
Apply knowledge of specimen collection requirements.
Accession specimens accurately and ensure positive specimen identification.
Recognize and resolve discrepancies as appropriate.
Evaluate specimen suitability and acceptability; resolve or refer problems as appropriate.
Perform assigned testing and record point-of-care instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control.
Handle and replenish reagents and supplies according to established protocols, as assigned.
Follow established reporting procedures and record and report problems and solutions.
Navigate and use multiple computer applications as needed.
Register patients, facilitate billing, and process specimens for analysis.
Explain the blood-drawing process and provide a comforting attitude toward patients.
Provide phlebotomy coverage at Medical Group offices and skilled nursing facilities, or perform in-home phlebotomy for homebound patients.
Complete initial and subsequent competency examinations.
Follow applicable policies and procedures, including compliance policies.

Benefits

Full-time and part-time employees: 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 (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) 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 (PTO) plan with time accrual.
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
MyHealth Rewards wellness program, with financial incentives for full-time and part-time employees.
Family support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay, and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including care referrals, free 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.
Per-diem employees: 401(k) with automatic Geisinger contributions, free Care.com membership with discounted backup care, EAP services, and MyHealth Rewards wellness program.
Full-time sign-on bonus of $5,000.
Shift differentials: $2.50 for evening or overnight shifts and $3.00 for weekend evening or weekend overnight shifts.