Phlebotomist - UPMC Community Osteopathic at UPMC

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Phlebotomy, Customer Service, Specimen Collection, Clerical Tasks, Medical Terminology, Infection Control, Training, Reliability, Judgment, Prioritization, Transporting Specimens, Computer Skills, Safety Procedures, Quality Control, Arterial Punctures, Supply Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Join Our Team as a Full-Time Phlebotomist at UPMC Community Osteopathic! UPMC Community Osteopathic is hiring a dedicated Phlebotomist to join our daylight shift team (every 3rd weekend and holiday). In this role, you’ll perform accurate inpatient and outpatient specimen collection that supports essential diagnostic testing. You’ll also help keep the lab running smoothly through basic computer, courier, and clerical tasks—working closely with and under the supervision of our Medical Technologists. This is a great opportunity to grow your skills while making a meaningful impact in your community. UPMC offers a comprehensive benefits package to support you personally and professionally. Apply today to join a team where your work truly matters! Responsibilities: Provide courteous, professional customer service and timely phone support. Collect blood specimens via venipuncture, heel stick, and fingerstick; instruct patients on self-collection when needed. Demonstrate reliability, sound judgment, and the ability to prioritize department needs. Collect and safely transport specimens from on-site and off-site locations. Follow all lab and hospital policies, including safety, quality, and infection-control procedures. Perform clerical and computer tasks such as entering demographics, managing test orders, and verifying sample identity. Train and orient new staff, students, and residents as assigned. Report unusual or problematic incidents to technical or supervisory staff. Perform arterial punctures following strict guidelines when required. Maintain and monitor supplies, using materials efficiently and responsibly. High school diploma or equivalent is required. Certification from an accredited Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant program is preferred. Minimum 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 with renewal Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

The Phlebotomist will perform accurate inpatient and outpatient specimen collection and assist in keeping the lab running smoothly through clerical tasks. The role involves working closely with Medical Technologists and providing professional customer service.