Phlebotomist - Geisinger Primary Care Mount Pocono

Geisinger•Mount Pocono, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Geisinger Medical Laboratories and support the organization’s mission to provide exceptional patient care through innovative, efficient, and high-quality laboratory services. The role involves collecting blood samples for laboratory analysis, processing specimens, and assisting patients across a varied population. Phlebotomists may be considered at levels I, II, or III, with compensation based on experience and qualifications. Geisinger also supports staff pursuing ASCP certification and becoming department trainers. Phlebotomist II independently performs venipunctures and skin punctures across age groups, from neonates through adults. The role includes obtaining and processing specimens, registering patients, facilitating billing, and accessioning specimens. It also involves explaining the blood-drawing process and providing a reassuring experience for patients. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment, with coverage at Medical Group offices, skilled nursing facilities, or patients’ homes as needed. Successful completion of initial and subsequent competency exams is required. Phlebotomist I is described as having less than one year of experience. Phlebotomist II requires one to two years of experience or graduation from Geisinger’s School of Phlebotomy Program. Phlebotomist III requires Phlebotomist II qualifications, ASCP certification, and completion of the internal preceptor course. The posting lists a minimum of two years of related work experience and an ASCP Certified Phlebotomy Technician credential as required qualifications for this position. Eligible candidates may qualify for a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Minimum of two years of related work experience, as listed in the job requirements.
Certified Phlebotomy Technician credential from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
Ability to independently perform venipunctures and skin punctures on patients from neonates through adults.
Successful completion of initial and subsequent competency exams.

Nice To Haves

For Phlebotomist II classification: graduation from Geisinger’s School of Phlebotomy Program may qualify in place of one to two years of experience, although the general requirements section lists a minimum of two years of related work experience.
For Phlebotomist III classification: ASCP certification and completion of the internal preceptor course, in addition to Phlebotomist II qualifications.
Interest in pursuing ASCP certification or becoming a department trainer.

Responsibilities

Perform venipunctures and skin punctures according to Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines to obtain blood specimens.
Apply correct specimen collection requirements and evaluate specimen suitability and acceptability.
Accession specimens accurately, ensure positive specimen identification, and resolve or refer discrepancies and other problems as appropriate.
Process specimens for analysis and perform overall specimen accessioning and processing.
Use computer applications to register patients, facilitate billing, and complete related laboratory work.
Explain the blood-drawing process and interact with patients in a comforting and supportive 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 document and report problems and solutions.
Follow related policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
Provide phlebotomy coverage at Medical Group offices and skilled nursing facilities, or perform in-home phlebotomy for homebound patients as required.
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, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
Paid time off plan with accrual described as allowing employees to accrue time quickly.
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
MyHealth Rewards wellness program with an opportunity to earn 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; 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 are offered from day one for full-time and part-time positions, including vision, dental, and domestic partner coverage.