Phlebotomist, Part-time, Nights - Community Health Systems : Job Details

Phlebotomist

Part-time, Nights

As a Phlebotomist at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, you'll join a team that has been committed to caring for the local community for 150 years and be a part of a culture that's dedicated to improving lives. Our full-time employees enjoy a robust benefits package which may include health insurance, 401(k), flexible scheduling, licensure/certification reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and student loan assistance for eligible roles.

Requirements:

* One (1) year of phlebotomy experience is preferred.

* BLS is required and must be completed prior to the end of the orientation period, a valid Pennsylvania Driver's License is required.

* Completion of a formal training course in phlebotomy procedures from an accredited school or training program is preferred.

* Public relations skills; verbal ability to communicate with patients; finger and manual dexterity to handle small equipment; finger sensitivity to locate veins.

About the Job:

* Perform venipunctures, heel sticks, and finger sticks to obtain blood samples for testing purposes.

* Properly identify patients and follow procedures for collection of specimens.

* Ensure that all information from the blood collection of specimens is entered into the laboratory computer system including time drawn, time received, and proper phlebotomist code.

* Collect chain of custody urine drug screens for pre-employment, post-accident, and just cause cases using proper collection procedures defined by the client.

* Pick up samples from nursing units as required.

* Perform other related functions as assigned by the Phlebotomy Supervisor.

We know it's not just about finding a job. It's about finding a place where you are respected, valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital is Northeastern Pennsylvania's largest community hospital with 369 beds and a medical staff of more than 400 physicians representing nearly 60 medical and surgical specialties. Wilkes-Barre General Hospital has long been recognized for excellence in heart and vascular care, and offers advanced treatment for wide-ranging specialties, including orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery and minimally invasive robotic-assisted procedures.