Join our laboratory team with UPMC Hamot as a Phlebotomist, where your precision, compassion, and efficiency support life-changing medical care every day. Whether drawing samples during critical emergencies or routine screenings, you'll play a vital role in diagnosis and treatment. We offer a variety of shifts and employment status, competitive Total Rewards, and a fast-paced, patient-facing environment. If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and thrive on providing top-tier service to patients of all ages, we invite you to make a difference with us!
In this role, there is opportunity to:
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Collect blood specimens via venipuncture, heelstick, and fingerstick.
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Instruct patients on self-collection for non-blood specimens.
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Accurately enter orders and patient data in lab systems.
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Maintain sample integrity and follow safety protocols.
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Perform clerical tasks, including specimen labeling and transport.
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Ensure compliance with infection control and quality standards.
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Communicate effectively with patients, staff, and providers.
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Train new employees or students as assigned.
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May perform arterial punctures with proper training.
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Monitor inventory and maintain cost-effective supply use.
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred
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Certification from an accredited Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant program
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Minimum 6 months experience performing phlebotomy
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Medical terminology knowledge and laboratory information system experience
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Phlebotomy Technician (PBT(ASCP)) or equivalent certification preferred.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
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Phlebotomy Technician (PBT(ASCP)) or equivalent certification preferred.
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Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
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Act 33 with renewal
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Act 34 with renewal
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Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran