UPMC·Greenville, Pennsylvania
The Phlebotomist will interact with laboratory customers, procure blood specimens, and transport specimens to the laboratory. They will also adhere to safety procedures and perform clerical duties related to specimen processing.
Are you interested in a position that offers competitive benefits and opportunities to grow?
Do you enjoy working "hands-on" in a team environment?
Then you may be a perfect fit for our Phlebotomist role in our lab at UPMC Horizon.
UPMC Horizon is looking to hire a Regular Full-Time Phlebotomist for rotating mid and afternoon shifts with no on-call required.
This position will work every other weekend and rotating holidays.
Travel to support both UPMC Horizon- Greenville and UPMC Horizon-Shenango Valley would be required for this position.
Candidates with phlebotomy experience are encouraged to apply!
Interact with all laboratory customers courteously and professionally; responds to telephone inquiries in a timely manner. Following proper patient identification procedures, procures appropriate blood specimens by venipuncture, heelstick and fingerstick. As required, instructs patients on the collection procedures for laboratory specimens that are obtained by the patient, and may collect samples other than blood. Demonstrates dependability, reliability, and independent judgment recognizing priorities to accommodate department needs and acceptance of appropriate authority. Specimen collection may be performed at off-site locations. Transports specimens from on- and off-site collection areas to the appropriate section of the laboratory following established safety procedures. Adhere to established laboratory and hospital policies in areas of procedures, methods, quality control, quality assurance, safety, including hand hygiene techniques and proper isolation precautions., compliance and personnel policies. As required, performs related clerical duties, and utilizes various computer functions to accurately enter demographic information into the information system(s), enters test orders, receives, cancels, charges, and credits tests, while ascertaining adequacy of patient information as well as sample identity. Trains and orients new employees, students and residents, as applicable and as assigned. Inform technical staff, supervisory personnel and/or pathologists of any unusual or problematic incidents. May also perform arterial puncture following strict collection and post collection guidelines . Monitors and maintains supplies for those functions for which the position is responsible; uses materials and reagents in a cost-effective manner.
High school diploma or equivalent is required. Certification from an accredited Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant program is preferred. Minimum 6 months experience performing phlebotomy is preferred. Medical terminology knowledge and laboratory information system experience preferred.
Phlebotomy Technician (PBT(ASCP)) or equivalent certification preferred.
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
A high school diploma is required, with a preference for certification from an accredited Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant program. Candidates should have a minimum of 6 months of phlebotomy experience and knowledge of medical terminology.
Market context
Phlebotomists are commonly needed in Pennsylvania across hospitals, outpatient labs, and physician offices, so openings can be steady for candidates with hands-on collection experience. This role is competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, phlebotomy or medical assistant training, and familiarity with medical terminology. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to highlight any certification, patient-facing experience, and recent blood-draw practice.