UPMC·Altoona, Pennsylvania
The role involves collecting blood samples, performing EKG testing, and managing receptionist duties for patients. Responsibilities include proper specimen labeling, interpreting physician orders, and ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Clerk Phlebotomist EKG tech Fulltime 40 hrs day shift with rotation as needed. Weekend/Holiday rotation AFSCME union Posted: June 26, 2026
Prior to collecting blood samples, identifies patient by identification armband, checking it with label using two unique identifiers Performs receptionist duties. Properly labels specimens with patient's name, hospital and room number, name of test, date and time collected and phlebotomist's initials. Collects routine, fasting, timed and stat blood samples as indicated on label ordered by a physician and entered into the computer. Communicates with patients, explaining procedures prior to venipuncture. Serves patient in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort. Processes outpatients, to include interpreting physician orders, venipuncture and billing. . Performs EKG testing and clinical duties associated with the procedure. Appearance is professional and in accordance with the Department of Laboratory Services dress code and hospital policy.
High school graduate; completion of an acceptable phlebotomy training program; successful completion of EKG training.
Experience
Required: Prefer one year experience, however a clinical rotation during phlebotomy training program is acceptable.
Must be able to learn:The practices and procedures required in the work place. The types of tests performed and laboratory terminology. The performance of phlebotomies. The courtesies of dealing with patients, physicians, and other hospital employees. The use of the telephone effectively and giving or receiving reports and messages clearly and accurately.
Licensure,
Certifications, and
Clearances: *Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Candidates must be high school graduates with completed phlebotomy and EKG training. A current state license or NLC multistate license is required, and one year of experience is preferred.
Market context
Physician openings in Pennsylvania are often driven by ongoing clinical coverage needs and specialty demand, so competition can be strongest for roles that require board eligibility, Pennsylvania licensure or IMLC eligibility, and preferred fellowship or EPIC experience. Benefits and requirements on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the key details faster. If you are considering applying, confirm your licensure path and highlight any EPIC or fellowship experience in your materials.