Phlebotomist - Primary Care Pottsville - Float

Geisinger•Pottsville, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger Medical Laboratories is seeking a phlebotomist to collect and procure blood and other human specimens in clinical settings. The position supports patient care by providing safe, accurate specimen collection and collaborating with clinical colleagues. Work may take place in acute, post-acute, clinic, and field service areas as needed. The role is based at Geisinger Primary Care Pottsville and is designated as a part-time, day-shift float position. The phlebotomist performs venipunctures and skin punctures in accordance with Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines, and handles patient identification, specimen collection, labeling, accessioning, processing, and specimen acceptability decisions. The role also includes troubleshooting physician orders, inventory management, mentoring students and new employees, and contributing to continuous improvement and investigative processes. Employees work under laboratory leadership, escalate issues as appropriate, and are expected to exercise sound judgment and accountability. Phlebotomist I, II, and III qualifications will be considered, with compensation based on experience. Related experience as a nursing assistant, certified nursing assistant, medical assistant, certified medical assistant, or in a relevant military medical specialty may be considered. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related work experience. An ASCP Certified Phlebotomy Technician credential is listed. Geisinger provides benefits for full- and part-time employees, with many benefits available from the first day of employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
At least one year of related work experience.
Certified Phlebotomy Technician certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is listed under certifications and licenses.
Phlebotomy skills and knowledge of laboratory services.
Communication, interpersonal communication, and computer literacy skills.
Ability to work collaboratively, exercise sound judgment, and adapt to changing work conditions.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a nursing assistant (NA), certified nursing assistant (CNA), medical assistant (MA), or certified medical assistant (CMA) may be considered.
Relevant military medical experience may be considered, including US Army 68W Combat Medic, 18D, US Navy Hospital Corpsman, or related medical specialties.
Phlebotomist II classification: 1–2 years of experience or graduation from Geisinger’s School of Phlebotomy Program.
Phlebotomist III classification: Phlebotomist II qualifications, ASCP certification, and completion of the internal preceptor course.
ASCP certification and becoming a department trainer are opportunities described for staff.

Responsibilities

Perform venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood specimens according to Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines.
Identify patients and collect, label, accession, and process specimens accurately.
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 clinical counterparts and as part of a team to support safe patient care.
Work under laboratory leadership and escalate issues appropriately.
Adjust to changing work conditions and carry out assigned responsibilities independently and accountably.
Use relevant Geisinger business applications and tools.
Mentor students and new employees.
Manage inventory as directed by the site or regional lead.
Complete initial and annual competencies through the Learning Management System, including an exam and direct-observation checklist.
Communicate effectively and demonstrate accountability, sound judgment, and decision-making.
Assist with continuous improvement objectives, root cause analyses, and other investigative processes.
Conduct work in alignment with Geisinger’s core values and competencies and comply with organizational policies and procedures.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits from day one, including for part-time positions.
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care and a health savings account with an employer contribution.
Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
Paid time off (PTO) plan.
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, including referrals for childcare, eldercare, and pet care; 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.