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Join UPMC Northwest – Seneca as a Flex Full-Time Phlebotomist!Be a vital part of a team-focused department, performing accurate phlebotomy and specimen collection for inpatients and outpatients. Support lab operations with essential clerical, computer, and courier tasks, making a real impact on patient care every day.

Responsibilities:

+ provide courteous, professional interaction with all laboratory customers and respond promptly to telephone inquiries.

+ Collect blood specimens via venipuncture, heel stick, and fingerstick following proper patient identification; instruct patients on specimen collection as needed.

+ Demonstrate reliability, independent judgment, and prioritize tasks to meet departmental needs.

+ Perform specimen collection at off-site locations and safely transport samples to the lab.

+ Follow all laboratory and hospital policies, including safety, quality control, and infection prevention protocols.

+ Complete clerical duties such as data entry, test ordering, cancellations, and billing using lab information systems.

+ Train and orient new employees, students, and residents as assigned.

+ Report any unusual or problematic incidents to technical staff or supervisors.

+ Perform arterial punctures when required, adhering to strict guidelines.

+ Monitor and maintain supply inventory, ensuring cost-effective use of materials and reagents

REQUIRED: High school diploma or equivalent

PREFERRED:

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.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Act 33/34/73

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran