Phlebotomist at UPMC

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Phlebotomy, Patient Care, Specimen Collection, Clerical Duties, Medical Terminology, Laboratory Information Systems

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Are you a Phlebotomist interested in a career that provides plenty of opportunity for growth and development? If you're passionate about patient care and looking for a career that offers great benefits and plenty of room for growth, we invite you to explore this opportunity today! UPMC Montefiore Outpatient Lab is seeking a Full Time Phlebotomist to support the Phlebotomy department. This position will work rotating shifts between 6:45am and 5:30pm, and work rotating Saturdays from 8am to 12pm. This position will rotate between UPMC Magee, Montefiore, and Falk facilities. No holidays are required with this role! Hours are subject to change based on business needs. The Phlebotomist role has the responsibility and accountability for accurately performing phlebotomy and specimen collection of inpatients and/or outpatients. Samples collected by the phlebotomist are used for laboratory test procedures that are essential in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. The Phlebotomist may also perform computer, courier, and clerical functions that are essential to laboratory operations. The Phlebotomist works in conjunction with and under the supervision of the Medical Technologists. Responsibilities:. Following proper patient identification procedures, procures appropriate blood specimens by venipuncture, heelstick and fingerstick. 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. 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. High school diploma or equivalent is required. Certification from an accredited Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant program is preferred. 6 months experience performing phlebotomy is preferred. Medical terminology knowledge and laboratory information system experience preferred. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: · Phlebotomy Technician (PBT(ASCP)) or equivalent certification preferred. · Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting · Act 33 with renewal · Act 34 with renewal · Act 73 FBI Clearance UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

Responsibilities

The Phlebotomist is responsible for accurately performing phlebotomy and specimen collection of inpatients and outpatients. They also perform clerical functions essential to laboratory operations.