Lab Assistant - Laboratory

About the role

Draw blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research. May explain the procedure to patients and assist in the recovery of patients with adverse reactions.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Proof of one of the following:
  • Completion of a Phlebotomy training program
  • Completion of medical assistant program
  • Completion of an internship/training program that included venipuncture, skin puncture, patient preparation and post collection transportation/processing
  • Currently/actively enrolled in an RN or LPN program
  • Six (6) months of Phlebotomy experience

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of patient care experience working in the healthcare field

Benefits

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision with no waiting period
• Total Rewards Program featuring:
  • Employee Wellness Programs and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton)
  • Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave
  • Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection
  • Competitive Pay
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • PAWS UP employee recognition program
  • HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development, Virtual Benefits Orientation, and Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling

Schedule

• Shift: Day
• Hours: 5:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
• Alternating Weekends

About the location

Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center brings acute inpatient medical services to communities in Cumberland, Perry, and York counties. The facility features 108 private inpatient beds and an attached outpatient medical office building.

Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.