Phlebotomist I - Laboratory Collection - Per Diem

About the Role

Responsible for the collection of blood and other specimens from all patient populations using prescribed procedures with accuracy, skill, professionalism, and superb customer service. Duties may include on and off-site phlebotomy, specimen transport and delivery, patient registration, lab order management, specimen processing, blood study kit handling, lab order entry, and acting as a first responder to emergency codes.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood and other specimens using proper patient identification, labeling, handling, and transport procedures.
• Obtain quality blood samples using a variety of phlebotomy methods (venous and capillary) with standard safety equipment from all age groups, adhering to regulatory requirements and collection procedures.
• Provide rapid response to medical emergencies such as traumas and codes.
• Accurate patient identification, quality specimen labeling, handling, and transportation.
• Work with a variety of computer programs/systems for lab order entry and patient registration.
• Utilize excellent customer relations and communication skills when interacting with patients, nurses, providers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Answer phones and ensure high customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrate a positive and professional demeanor while working independently or within a team.
• Support inpatient and outpatient lab needs, including specimen processing and patient service.
• Foster an inclusive work environment and respect diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
• Support evening, night, weekend, or holiday shifts for both outpatient and inpatient specimen collection as needed.
• Travel to perform specimen collections when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of a phlebotomy training program or equivalent experience is desired.
• Medical terminology and/or knowledge of basic anatomy is preferred.
• Computer keyboard skills and navigation are required.

Skills

• Coping, understanding, and following written and verbal instructions.
• Organization and prioritization.
• Attention to detail, problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision making.

Schedule

• Per diem position with a flexible schedule.
• May be required to cover various shifts depending on departmental needs.
• Training is day shift, Monday-Friday.

About Guthrie

Guthrie is a nationally recognized, non-profit, integrated health care system serving communities across Northeastern Pennsylvania and the Southern Tier of New York. Guthrie is focused on improving health through clinical excellence and compassion, every patient, every time. Joining the Guthrie team allows caregivers to become part of a tradition of excellence in health care. In every area and at every level, Guthrie caregivers are committed to serving the community and supporting patients through compassionate, high-quality care.