Lifepoint Health·Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Responsible for the professional collection and processing of specimens across inpatient, outpatient, and outreach locations. Ensures accurate patient identification and adheres to laboratory safety procedures and hospital guidelines.
PRN (as needed) + Conemaugh East Hills location | varied shifts + no holidays or on-call requirements & weekend coverage may be requested but is not mandatory.
Your experience matters Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health [https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Phlebotomist, PRN joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team Our laboratory plays a crucial role in patient care by providing accurate and timely diagnostic testing and analyses. We're a team of dedicated professionals who are essential partners in detecting, diagnosing, and monitoring various diseases and conditions.
Must work closely with all laboratory staff regarding collection, receipt and processing of specimens in the inpatient, outpatient, and outreach locations.
Courteous and professional interaction with our patients, physicians, nurses and other hospital personnel using our CARING values.
Responsible for the proper collection of specimens in a manner consistent with Laboratory procedures, safe practices and patient comfort.
Follows all hospital guidelines regarding Standard Precautions (ex. PPE, gloving, hand washing, etc.).
Must identify patients using two patient identifiers and label specimens accurately.
Selects the appropriate specimen collection supplies/devices (ex. tubes, proper additives, etc. in order to perform venipuncture, arterial puncture, and capillary puncture according to the Laboratory’s Phlebotomy/Specimen Collection procedure manual.
Accurately interprets inpatient orders and properly uses electronic collection devices and printers. For the outpatient setting, proper interpretation of physician orders.
Competency in the use of the Hospital/Laboratory information system.
Adequate inventory of necessary Phlebotomy supplies.
Maintenance and cleaning of baskets/carts and draw areas.
Removal of any worn or malfunctioning equipment from service, and notification of the manager/LIS staff of LIS or equipment issues.
Proper training of phlebotomists, staff, and students in the techniques of computer entry, venipuncture, arterial puncture, and capillary puncture is required.
Perform limited Customer Service tasks within the scope of training and experience.
Maintains confidentiality regarding patient/employee information.
Provide appropriate care to patients of all ages (neonates to geriatrics).
Travel to other locations for collection of specimens.
Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we’re looking for Applicants should possess a high school graduate, or G.E.D equivalency.
More about Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is a 537-bed behavioral health, rehabilitation, and transitional care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Johnstown community for over 135 years. We are proud to be recognized by the American Heart Association with the Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award.
“Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Applicants must be a high school graduate or possess a G.E.D. equivalency. Competency in laboratory information systems and specimen collection techniques is required.
Market context
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