Phlebotomist - Days

Geisinger•Wilkes-Barre, PA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger Medical Laboratories is seeking a phlebotomist to collect and procure blood and other human specimens in clinical settings. The role contributes to patient experience and safe, high-quality care by collaborating with clinical colleagues and supporting laboratory services. The position includes performing venipunctures and skin punctures, processing specimens, assisting patients, and troubleshooting physician orders. Collections may take place in acute, post-acute, clinic, and field service areas as needed; the position details also describe work with patients in an inpatient setting. Phlebotomists work with varying levels of experience and may be considered for Phlebotomist I, II, or III at compensation appropriate to qualifications. The position works under laboratory leadership and is expected to carry out assigned responsibilities independently and accountably, use relevant Geisinger applications and tools, maintain competencies, and contribute to continuous improvement. Related experience as a nursing assistant, medical assistant, or in similar work, as well as relevant military medical experience, will be considered. Salary is commensurate with experience. Eligible candidates may qualify for a $5,000 sign-on bonus. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. The role requires compliance with organizational policies and position-specific obligations. Geisinger describes its purpose and values as caring for patients, members, students, employees, and communities, with an emphasis on kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Phlebotomist I: less than 1 year of experience.
Phlebotomist II: 1–2 years of experience or graduation from Geisinger's School of Phlebotomy Program.
Phlebotomist III: Phlebotomist II qualifications and ASCP certification.
Ability to perform the position's specimen collection and processing duties in a clinical environment.
Required competencies include communication, computer literacy, interpersonal communication, laboratory services, and phlebotomy.

Nice To Haves

Related work experience is preferred.
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.
Relevant military medical experience will be considered, including U.S. Army 68W Combat Medic, 18D, U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman, and related specialties.
ASCP certification is listed for Phlebotomist III.

Responsibilities

Perform venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood specimens in accordance with Clinical and 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 effectively with team members and clinical counterparts, escalating issues to laboratory leadership as appropriate.
Carry out assigned responsibilities independently and accountably, adapting to changing work conditions.
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.
Communicate effectively and use sound judgment and decision-making while supporting patient care.
Assist with continuous improvement objectives, including root cause analyses and other investigative processes.
Conduct oneself in alignment with Geisinger core values and competencies.

Benefits

Eligible candidates may receive a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
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- and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
Paid time off plan with 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 referrals for childcare, eldercare, and pet care; 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 are offered to full-time and part-time positions from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partner coverage.