Phlebotomist - USW UNION

Geisinger•Lewistown, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist II is responsible for collecting specimens of high analytical quality and providing accurate information to Geisinger Medical Laboratories and its clients. The role independently performs venipunctures and skin punctures on patients of all ages, from neonates through adults. It also includes registering patients in computer systems, facilitating billing, accessioning and processing specimens, and explaining blood collection in a reassuring manner. The position supports patient care in an inpatient clinical setting and may provide phlebotomy coverage at Medical Group offices, skilled nursing facilities, or patients’ homes. Phlebotomist I, II, and III qualifications may be considered at appropriate compensation. The role is union-represented, with set, non-negotiable rates; salary is commensurate with experience. A $5,000 sign-on bonus may be available to eligible candidates.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Phlebotomist II: 1–2 years of experience, or graduation from Geisinger’s School of Phlebotomy Program.
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.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of related work experience.
Certified Phlebotomy Technician certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
For Phlebotomist III consideration: Phlebotomist II qualifications, ASCP certification, and completion of the internal preceptor course.

Responsibilities

Perform venipunctures and skin punctures to collect blood specimens in accordance with Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines.
Apply appropriate specimen collection requirements and assess specimen suitability and acceptability.
Accession specimens accurately, ensure positive specimen identification, and resolve or refer discrepancies and other problems.
Process specimens for analysis and perform overall specimen accessioning and processing.
Use computer applications to register patients, facilitate billing, and complete related tasks.
Explain the blood-drawing process and communicate with patients in a comforting manner.
Perform assigned testing and record 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 record and report problems and solutions as appropriate.
Follow related policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
Provide phlebotomy coverage at Medical Group offices, skilled nursing facilities, or in-home for homebound patients as required.
Successfully complete initial and subsequent competency exams.

Benefits

Eligible candidates may qualify for 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 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.
Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
Employee Assistance Program with care referrals, 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.