What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist - UPMC Carlisle position at UPMC?
Join UPMC Carlisle as a Full-Time Phlebotomist!
UPMC Carlisle is seeking a dedicated Phlebotomist to join our patient-focused team. This Full-Time role will work daylight shifts including rotating weekends and holidays. In this role, you’ll be responsible for accurate phlebotomy and specimen collection for inpatients and outpatients, supporting vital laboratory testing that directly impacts patient care. You may also assist with computer, courier, and clerical tasks essential to lab operations, all under the guidance of our Medical Technologists.
This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills while making a meaningful difference in your community. UPMC offers a comprehensive benefits package to support you both personally and professionally.
Why UPMC Carlisle?
- Be part of a compassionate, patient-focused team
- Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic lab environment
- Make a tangible impact on patient care every day
Apply today and help us deliver care that truly matters!
Responsibilities:
- Provide courteous, professional interaction with all lab customers and respond promptly to inquiries.
- Collect blood and other specimens using venipuncture, heelstick, fingerstick, or patient-guided collection.
- Follow proper patient identification procedures and ensure sample accuracy.
- Transport specimens safely from on- and off-site collection areas to the lab.
- Adhere to laboratory and hospital policies, including safety, quality control, and infection prevention.
- Perform clerical tasks: enter patient data, manage test orders, and ensure accurate sample tracking.
- Train and orient new staff, students, and residents as assigned.
- Notify technical staff or supervisors of unusual or problematic incidents.
- Perform arterial punctures when required, following strict protocols.
Maintain and monitor supplies, using materials efficiently and cost-effectively.