Phlebotomy Technician
2 weeks ago
Ephrata, Pennsylvania, United States
WellSpan Health
Full time
Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Phlebotomy Technician to join our team in the Inpatient Phlebotomy Services department at WellSpan Health. As a Phlebotomy Technician, you will be responsible for collecting blood samples from patients in a hospital setting. This is a part-time position working night shifts, with a schedule of 48 hours biweekly.
Responsibilities- Collect blood samples from patients in a hospital setting
- Operate point of care laboratory instruments
- Perform quality control and instrument check procedures
- Transcribe orders and receive specimens into the laboratory
- Process specimens, deliver specimens to testing locations, store specimens for future analysis, and dispose of specimens
- Collect and transport supplies, equipment, reports, and specimens between the laboratory and other healthcare locations
- Enter or retrieve data from established computer files
- Provide complete and accurate instructions to patients and other customers of the laboratory
- Review physician orders for supporting documentation
- Resolve billing problems and/or receive insurance updates
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Less than 1 year of relevant experience
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician - ASCP preferred
- Basic Life Support preferred
This position requires working in a fast-paced hospital environment, with frequent exposure to blood and other bodily fluids. The ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential.