Phlebotomist - Geisinger Medical Center - Full Time - Nights
Company: Geisinger
Location: Milton
Posted on: September 30, 2024
Job Description:
Job Title: Phlebotomist - Geisinger Medical Center - Full Time -
Nights
Location: Danville, Pennsylvania
Job Category: Diagnostic Services, Phlebotomy, Lab
Schedule: Nights
Work Type: Full time
Department: GMC Phlebotomy Team
Date Posted: 08/19/2024
Job ID: R-66184
Job SummaryPhlebotomist II is responsible and accountable for
performing a wide range of tasks to provide a specimen of highest
analytical quality for testing and accurate information for the
system and medical laboratories' clients. Phlebotomist II can
independently perform venipunctures and skin punctures on all age
groups, from neonates through adults. Phlebotomist II will obtain
blood specimens, process specimens for analysis, utilize the
appropriate computer systems to register patients, facilitate
billing, and perform overall specimen accessioning and processing.
Phlebotomist II will have interpersonal communication ability to
explain the blood drawing process and to show a comforting attitude
toward patients.
Job Duties
- Performs venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood
specimens according to Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute
guidelines.
- Exhibits knowledge of adequate and correct collection
requirements.
- Performs accessioning procedures appropriately and accurately
to ensure positive identification of the specimens.
- Recognizes and resolves discrepancies as appropriate.
- Evaluates specimen suitability and acceptability.
- Resolves or refers problems as appropriate.
- Performs testing and records Point of Care instrument
maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control as assigned.
- Handles and replenishes reagents and supplies according to
established protocols as assigned.
- Follows established reporting procedures as appropriate.
- Records and reports problems and solutions as appropriate.
- Navigates and accesses multiple computer applications as
needed.
- Knows and abides by related policies and procedures including
compliance policies.
- Provides phlebotomy coverage as required to Medical Group
offices, skilled nursing facilities, or performs in-home phlebotomy
for homebound patients.
- Successful completion of initial and subsequent competency
exams required.Work is typically performed in a clinical
environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific
obligations and complying with all organization policies and
procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not
intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements
considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional
competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific
orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the
job related to that position.
Position Details$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS!*
- 11p-7:30a
- Every Other Weekend, Every Other HolidayAs a phlebotomist,
you'll support Geisinger's mission of providing exceptional patient
care through innovative, efficient, and high-quality laboratory
services. At Geisinger, our phlebotomists are the friendly faces
that collect samples to be analyzed by our state-of-the-art labs.
Supporting a varied patient population, you'll be responsible for
venipunctures/skin punctures on patients in our inpatient
setting.There are many other tasks our phlebotomists complete, such
as troubleshooting physician orders, processing specimens for
testing, as well as aiding our patients.We have many different
skill levels in our labs, from new to experienced phlebotomists,
and all skill levels are well utilized. Geisinger employs
phlebotomists in roles I, II, and III. We also have numerous staff
members who pursue their ASCP certification and become trainers for
our department!Phlebotomist II and III qualifications will be
considered at appropriate compensation. Salary commensurate with
experience.Military experience will be considered. US Army 68W
Combat Medic, 18D, US Navy Hospital Corpsman, and related medical
specialties. -$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS!*
-Geisinger benefits include, but are not limited to: -
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance,
that starts day one of employment
- Three medical plan choices, including options to save with a
flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account
(HSA)
- Company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term
disability insurance
- Competitive 401(K) plan that includes an automatic 5% Geisinger
contribution starting day one of employment
- PTO plan that allows you to earn more time more quickly
- MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health and
earn monetary incentives
- Family support that includes adoption assistance, IVF and IUI
coverage, paid parental leave, paid military leave and a free
Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved
ones.*Qualified applicants are those individuals who have not
worked in a full- or part-time capacity for Geisinger Medical
Laboratories in the last 18 months.
EducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)
ExperienceMinimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Required)
Certification(s) and License(s)Valid Driver's License - Default
Issuing Body
Our Purpose & ValuesOUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about
caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger
family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone
as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure
colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our
knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the
caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and
better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community,
and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our
patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare
benefits for full time and part time positions from day one,
including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as
important, from senior management on down, we encourage an
atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know
that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds
makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come
from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse
workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be
an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
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