Phlebotomist, UPMC Harrisburg

UPMC•Harrisburg, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Harrisburg is looking for a skilled Phlebotomist to join our team! This full-time role features daylight hours and every third Saturday, with no holiday shifts. As a key member of our lab team, you’ll perform accurate phlebotomy and specimen collection for inpatients and outpatients, supporting vital diagnostic and treatment processes. You may also assist with computer, courier, and clerical tasks under the guidance of our Medical Technologists. We’re seeking candidates with prior phlebotomy experience who want to grow their skills and make a meaningful impact in their community. UPMC offers a comprehensive benefits package to support your personal and professional growth. Take the next step in your career and make a difference every day. Apply now!

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Minimum 6 months experience performing phlebotomy is preferred.
Medical terminology knowledge and laboratory information system experience preferred.
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Nice To Haves

Certification from an accredited Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant program is preferred.
Phlebotomy Technician (PBT(ASCP)) or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Interact with all laboratory customers courteously and professionally; responds to telephone inquiries in a timely manner.
Following proper patient identification procedures, procures appropriate blood specimens by venipuncture, heel stick and fingerstick. As required, instructs patients on the collection procedures for laboratory specimens that are obtained by the patient, and may collect samples other than blood.
Demonstrates dependability, reliability, and independent judgment recognizing priorities to accommodate department needs and acceptance of appropriate authority.
Specimen collection may be performed at off-site locations. Transports specimens from on- and off-site collection areas to the appropriate section of the laboratory following established safety procedures.
Adhere to established laboratory and hospital policies in areas of procedures, methods, quality control, quality assurance, safety, including hand hygiene techniques and proper isolation precautions., compliance and personnel policies.
As required, performs related clerical duties, and utilizes various computer functions to accurately enter demographic information into the information system(s), enters test orders, receives, cancels, charges, and credits tests, while ascertaining adequacy of patient information as well as sample identity.
Trains and orients new employees, students and residents, as applicable and as assigned.
Inform technical staff, supervisory personnel and/or pathologists of any unusual or problematic incidents.
May also perform arterial puncture following strict collection and post collection guidelines.
Monitors and maintains supplies for those functions for which the position is responsible; uses materials and reagents in a cost-effective manner.