What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Phlebotomist position at Geisinger?
**Job Title:** Phlebotomist - GSACH
**Location:** Shamokin, Pennsylvania
**Job Category:** Diagnostic Services, Phlebotomy, Lab
**Schedule:** Per Diem
**Work Type:** Part time
**Department:** JM-GSACH Laboratory Testing Team
Job Summary
A Phlebotomist II is responsible for performing a wide range of tasks to provide specimens of highest analytical quality for testing and accurate information for medical laboratories' clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood specimens according to Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines.
- Exhibit knowledge of adequate and correct collection requirements.
- Perform accessioning procedures appropriately and accurately to ensure positive identification of the specimens.
- Recognize and resolve discrepancies as appropriate.
- Evaluate specimen suitability and acceptability.
- Resolve or refer problems as appropriate.
- Perform testing and records Point of Care instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control as assigned.
- Handle and replenish reagents and supplies according to established protocols as assigned.
- Follow established reporting procedures as appropriate.
- Record and report problems and solutions as appropriate.
- Navigate and access multiple computer applications as needed.
- Know and abide by related policies and procedures including compliance policies.
Requirements:
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), OR Graduate of NAACLS approved Phlebotomy program, OR one year of related experience upon hire.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED).
- Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience.
Our Purpose & Values
At Geisinger, we strive to treat everyone with kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.