UHC - Phlebotomist (PRN -weekend)

WVU Medicine

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for collecting blood, blood cultures, and non-blood specimens, including urine, sputum, semen samples, and throat swabs, as well as collecting specimens using chain-of-custody procedures. Performs venipunctures and skin punctures competently and expediently. The role draws blood from patient groups ranging from neonates to geriatrics while minimizing patient discomfort, labels specimens in the patient’s presence, operates basic laboratory equipment, communicates with patients, clients, and staff, and performs clerical tasks. Work may include collecting drug screens using the chain-of-custody process. The position may require access to restricted areas, travel between facilities or buildings, and scheduling across various shifts according to departmental needs. The job posting identifies the position as PRN and weekend, with zero scheduled weekly hours.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to use a computer keyboard, monitor, mouse, and calculator.
• Ability to use computer software including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to use fax machines, printers, and other office equipment.
• Ability to lift, move, stoop, reach, stand, walk, and carry materials or equipment weighing 40 pounds or more.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and reach, and to rotate normally and stand and walk for the entire shift.

Nice To Haves

• Phlebotomy certification (CPT).
• Six months of phlebotomy experience.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood and blood cultures, non-blood specimens, and specimens requiring chain-of-custody procedures.
• Perform venipunctures and skin punctures competently and expediently.
• Draw blood from patients ranging from neonates to geriatrics while minimizing discomfort.
• Label all specimens properly in the presence of the patient.
• Operate basic laboratory equipment, including centrifuges, computer systems, labeling printers, and scanners.
• Communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, clients, and staff.
• Perform clerical duties such as filing, report distribution, processing, and faxing.
• When applicable, collect internal and external drug screens using the chain-of-custody process.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED