Phlebotomist - Days

Geisinger•Scranton, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger Medical Laboratories is seeking a phlebotomist to support patient care by collecting and procuring blood and other human specimens in clinical settings. The role involves venipunctures and skin punctures, primarily for patients in an inpatient setting, and contributes to a safe and positive patient experience through collaboration with clinical colleagues. Phlebotomists may work in acute, post-acute, clinic, and field service areas as needed. Other duties include troubleshooting physician orders, processing specimens for testing, assisting patients, managing inventory as directed, and supporting continuous-improvement investigations. The position requires effective communication, sound judgment, accountability, adaptability, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. The successful candidate works under laboratory leadership and escalates issues appropriately. Initial and annual competency requirements include an exam and direct-observation checklist. Phlebotomist I, II, and III qualifications will be considered at appropriate compensation, with salary commensurate with experience. Eligible candidates qualify for a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Minimum of 1 year of related work experience.
Certified Phlebotomy Technician certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to perform specimen collection and related duties in assigned clinical care areas.

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 will be considered.
Military medical experience, including US Army 68W Combat Medic or 18D, US Navy Hospital Corpsman, or related specialties, will be considered.
ASCP certification is specified for Phlebotomist III; candidates with Phlebotomist I, II, or III qualifications will be considered at appropriate compensation.
Graduation from Geisinger's School of Phlebotomy Program qualifies toward Phlebotomist II experience criteria.
Opportunities are available for staff to pursue ASCP certification and become department trainers.

Responsibilities

Perform venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood specimens according to Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines.
Identify patients and collect, label, accession, and process specimens.
Apply specimen acceptability and rejection criteria.
Collect specimens in acute, post-acute, clinic, and field service areas as needed.
Troubleshoot physician orders, process specimens for testing, and assist patients.
Work independently and accountably in assigned care areas, adapting to changing work conditions and escalating issues to laboratory leadership as appropriate.
Use relevant Geisinger business applications and tools.
Mentor students and new employees.
Manage inventory as required and directed by the site or regional lead.
Complete initial and annual competency requirements through the Learning Management System, including an exam and direct observation checklist.
Collaborate with clinical colleagues and contribute to patient safety, effective communication, sound judgment, and team accountability.
Assist with continuous-improvement objectives, including root cause analyses and other investigative processes.
Conduct oneself in alignment with Geisinger core values and competencies and comply with organizational policies and job-specific obligations.

Benefits

$5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.
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 and short-term and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
Paid time off plan that allows employees 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.
Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
Employee Assistance Program with childcare, eldercare, and pet-care referrals; free 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, including domestic partners.