Phlebotomist (casual) - UPMC McKeesport Outpaitent Services at UPMC

McKeesport, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Phlebotomy, Communication, Cultural Diversity, Safety Compliance, Documentation, Teamwork, Vital Signs Monitoring, Specimen Collection, Patient Instruction, Therapies Assistance, Equipment Maintenance, Restraint Application, Accountability, Motivation, Commitment

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

UPMC McKeesport is currently hiring a casual Phlebotomist to join our team! Are you looking for a meaningful career with endless opportunities? Do you enjoy working hands on with patients, their families, and a supportive team to provide excellent patient care? If so, you might be a great fit for a role at UPMC! UPMC McKeesport is currently hiring a casual Patient Care Technician/Phlebotomist to join our work various daylight shifts between the hours of 5:30 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday and Saturdays (rotating) from 7 am to 11 am. We invite you to explore our opportunities today! Responsibilities: Provides patient care including assisting with patient procedures and activities of daily living. Assists with physical, respiratory and cardiopulmonary therapies. Performs the UPMC nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities (blood glucose, weights, vital signs, I&O, specimen collections and Foley care) AND at least four of the following BU identified tasks: phlebotomy, 12 lead EKG, simple dressing, Foley catheter removal, point of care testing, bladder scan, straight catheter, or IV catheter removal. Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department. Provides instruction to patients and their families under the direction of the RN. May apply, monitor and remove patient restraints as per physician or hospital protocol. Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team. Demonstrate understanding of cultural diversity, horizontal violence and impairment in the health professions. Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace. Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues. Strictly adheres to all policies and procedures relative to patient care and hospital related information. Comply with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions. Documents in the medical record according to established procedures. High school diploma or GED. Must also have either 1 Year of general healthcare experience, OR 6 months of experience as UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion for those with less than 1 year of experience, OR Enrollment in PT/OT/PA program or related healthcare training program with completion of at least one clinical rotation, OR Completion of a Bachelor's degree in a health sciences field. Successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class Successful completion of eRecord training. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic or currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred. Phlebotomy education or experience preferred. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Act 34 UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

The Phlebotomist provides patient care, assists with procedures, and performs various nursing assistant responsibilities. They also ensure equipment malfunctions are reported and communicate effectively with the healthcare team.