Phlebotomist, UPMC Lock Haven

This is an exciting part-time, 20-hour per week opportunity at UPMC Lock Haven for a Phlebotomist. The role also includes clerical and courier responsibilities under the supervision of medical technologists. The shift varies between day and evening house: 6:00AM - 2:30PM and 2:00PM - 10:00PM. Employee will rotate every other weekend and holiday coverage. While phlebotomy experience is not required, it is strongly preferred, along with prior healthcare experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide courteous and professional service to all laboratory customers, including timely phone support.
• Collect blood specimens via venipuncture, heelstick, or fingerstick, and instruct patients on self-collection procedures when needed.
• Transport specimens safely from on- and off-site locations to the lab.
• Follow all hospital and lab policies related to safety, hygiene, quality control, and compliance.
• Perform clerical and computer tasks such as entering patient data, test orders, and managing sample information.
• Train and orient new staff, students, or residents as assigned.
• Notify technical staff or supervisors of any unusual incidents.
• May perform arterial punctures following strict guidelines.
• Monitor and maintain supplies, using materials cost-effectively.
• Demonstrate reliability, sound judgment, and adaptability to department needs.

• 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.
  
   
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran