Phlebotomist Mobile - Medical Clinic Lock Haven - Part Time

Geisinger•Lock Haven, PA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger Medical Laboratories is hiring a Phlebotomist to collect and procure blood and other human specimens in clinical and non-clinical settings. The role contributes to patient experience and safe, high-quality care by collaborating with clinical and non-clinical colleagues. Phlebotomists perform venipunctures and skin punctures, identify patients, collect and label specimens, accession and process samples, and assess specimen acceptability. Other duties include troubleshooting physician orders, supporting patients, managing inventory, mentoring students and new employees, and assisting with continuous improvement and investigative processes. The position collects specimens in acute, post-acute, clinic, and field-service areas as needed. Employees work independently and accountably while functioning as part of a team, escalating issues to laboratory leadership as appropriate. The role requires use of relevant Geisinger business applications and tools, adherence to safety protocols at non-Geisinger facilities, and compliance with fleet maintenance policies and vehicle preventive-maintenance schedules. Initial and annual competency requirements include a Learning Management System exam and direct-observation checklist. A mobile phlebotomy toolkit must be carried, requiring the ability to carry or lift 15 pounds. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. The employer considers candidates for Phlebotomist I, II, and III at appropriate compensation, with salary commensurate with experience. 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 an internal preceptor course. The advertised schedule is part-time, 20 hours weekly, weekdays with a varying day shift and a Saturday rotation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of related work experience.
Certified Phlebotomy Technician certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
Valid driver's license and clean driving record; subject to annual driver-record checks.
Ability to carry or lift 15 pounds.
Skills in communication, computer literacy, interpersonal communication, laboratory services, and phlebotomy.
Ability to meet initial and annual competency requirements, including an exam and direct observation checklist.
Ability to work the stated part-time schedule, including a Saturday rotation.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from Geisinger's School of Phlebotomy Program may qualify a candidate for Phlebotomist II.
For Phlebotomist III, ASCP certification and completion of an internal preceptor course, in addition to Phlebotomist II qualifications.
Military experience as a Hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic Specialist (68W), Aerospace Medical Technician (4N0X1), or another medical specialty will be considered.

Responsibilities

Perform venipunctures and skin punctures in accordance with Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines.
Collect and procure blood and other human specimens in clinical and non-clinical settings, including acute, post-acute, clinic, and field-service areas as needed.
Verify patient identity and collect, label, accession, process, and assess specimens for acceptability or rejection.
Troubleshoot physician orders and assist patients as needed.
Collaborate with clinical and non-clinical colleagues to promote a safe environment and effective patient care.
Work independently and accountably in assigned care areas, escalating issues to laboratory leadership as appropriate.
Use relevant Geisinger business applications and tools.
Carry the mobile phlebotomy toolkit and follow safety protocols at non-Geisinger facilities.
Mentor students and new employees.
Manage inventory as directed by the site or regional lead.
Complete initial and annual competency requirements, including an exam and direct-observation checklist.
Assist with continuous improvement objectives, root cause analyses, and other investigative processes.
Maintain a clean driving record and comply with annual driver-record checks, fleet maintenance policies, and vehicle preventive-maintenance schedules.
Demonstrate effective communication, interpersonal skills, sound judgment, problem-solving, adaptability, and individual and team accountability.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
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 and short- and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
Paid time off plan with accrual.
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 with childcare, eldercare, and pet-care referrals; 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 to full-time and part-time employees from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partners.