Phlebotomist Mobile -Primary Care Philipsburg

Geisinger•Philipsburg, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger Medical Laboratories is hiring a mobile phlebotomist for Geisinger Primary Care Philipsburg. The role supports Geisinger’s mission of providing exceptional patient care through innovative, efficient, and high-quality laboratory services. Phlebotomists collect blood and other human specimens in clinical and nonclinical settings and collaborate with clinical and nonclinical colleagues to promote safe care and positive outcomes. The position involves collecting specimens across acute, post-acute, clinic, and field service areas as needed. It includes venipunctures and skin punctures, patient and specimen identification and processing, troubleshooting physician orders, and assisting patients. Phlebotomists work under laboratory leadership while carrying out assigned responsibilities independently and accountably. The role also includes mentoring students and new employees, inventory management, continuous-improvement activities, and adherence to vehicle maintenance and safety procedures. This is a regular, full-time day position scheduled for 40 hours per week, 5:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Phlebotomist I, II, and III qualifications will be considered, with compensation based on experience. A $7,500 sign-on bonus is available to eligible candidates.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Related work experience.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record; annual driving-record checks apply.
Ability to carry or lift 15 pounds.
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, effective communication and interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and ability to function in a team environment.
Phlebotomy skills and computer literacy.
Phlebotomist I: less than one year of experience.
Phlebotomist II: one to two years of experience, or graduation from Geisinger’s School of Phlebotomy Program.
Phlebotomist III: qualifications for Phlebotomist II, ASCP certification, and completion of the internal preceptor course.
Initial and annual competency, including an exam and direct-observation checklist.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a nursing assistant, certified nursing assistant, medical assistant, certified medical assistant, or in a similar role will be considered.
Military medical experience will be considered, including U.S. Army 68W Combat Medic, 18D, U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman, Aerospace Medical Technician (4N0X1), or a related medical specialty.
ASCP certification and completion of the internal preceptor course for Phlebotomist III consideration.
Interest in pursuing ASCP certification or becoming a department trainer.

Responsibilities

Perform venipunctures and skin punctures in accordance with Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines.
Identify patients and collect, label, accession, process, and assess specimens for acceptability or rejection.
Collect specimens in acute, post-acute, clinic, and field service areas as needed.
Collaborate with clinical and nonclinical colleagues to support patient experience, safety, and outcomes.
Troubleshoot physician orders, process specimens for testing, and assist patients.
Work under laboratory leadership and escalate issues appropriately.
Carry out assigned responsibilities independently and accountably, adjusting to changing work conditions.
Mentor students and new employees.
Manage inventory as 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.
Assist with continuous-improvement activities, including root cause analyses and other investigations.
Follow supplemental safety protocols at non-Geisinger facilities.
Use relevant Geisinger business applications and tools as an autonomous end user.
Carry the mobile phlebotomy toolkit, which requires the ability to carry or lift 15 pounds.
Maintain a clean driver record and comply with annual driving-record checks.
Follow Geisinger Shared Services fleet-maintenance policy and vehicle preventive-maintenance schedules.
Conduct oneself in alignment with Geisinger’s core values and competencies.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits beginning on the first day.
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
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 accrual plan.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,000 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 offering referrals and resources for childcare, eldercare, pet care, legal guidance, mental health, and work-life support.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet, and legal insurance.
$7,500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.