What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist, UPMC Lock Haven position at UPMC?
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.
Salary : $18 - $28