Phlebotomist - UPMC Memorial at UPMC

York, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Specimen Collection, Patient Interaction, Clerical Duties, Safety Procedures, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Medical Terminology, Laboratory Information Systems, Training, Transporting Specimens, Independent Judgment, Prioritization, Communication, Dependability, Reliability, Venipuncture

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Join Our Team at UPMC Memorial – Part-Time Phlebotomist Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in patient care? UPMC Memorial is seeking a Part-Time Phlebotomist to perform accurate specimen collection for inpatients and outpatients. Flexible shifts include holidays and weekends, and prior pharmacy experience is a plus. In this role, you’ll collect vital samples, assist with clerical and courier duties, and work alongside our Medical Technologists to support essential laboratory operations. It’s a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills while contributing to your community’s health. UPMC offers a comprehensive benefits package to support you personally and professionally. Take the next step in your career—apply today! Responsibilities: Interact with all laboratory customers courteously and professionally; responds to telephone inquiries in a timely manner. Following proper patient identification procedures, procures appropriate blood specimens by venipuncture, heel stick and fingerstick. As required, instructs patients on the collection procedures for laboratory specimens that are obtained by the patient, and may collect samples other than blood. Demonstrates dependability, reliability, and independent judgment recognizing priorities to accommodate department needs and acceptance of appropriate authority. 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. Adhere to established laboratory and hospital policies in areas of procedures, methods, quality control, quality assurance, safety, including hand hygiene techniques and proper isolation precautions., compliance and personnel policies. As required, 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. Trains and orients new employees, students and residents, as applicable and as assigned. Inform technical staff, supervisory personnel and/or pathologists of any unusual or problematic incidents. May also perform arterial puncture following strict collection and post collection guidelines. Monitors and maintains supplies for those functions for which the position is responsible; uses materials and reagents in a cost-effective manner. 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 collect blood specimens and assist with clerical and courier duties while ensuring adherence to safety procedures. They will also interact with laboratory customers and support laboratory operations.