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This is an opportunity to join two research studies in the Child and Adolescent Bipolar Services (CABS) group, both focusing on young people with bipolar disorder. The Child Bipolar Network (CBN) Study works with 4 other universities across the country to develop standards of care for adolescents and young adults with bipolar disorder, and the CBN Keto Study will test the feasibility of a ketogenic diet in this population as supplementary to their treatment. Research participants have regular blood and/or specimen testing as part of the studies. The Phlebotomist will be responsible for independently completing these blood draw appointments, specimen transport, and assisting in developing a protocol for specimen collection in accordance with good clinical practice (GCP) guidelines. The CABS team is a dynamic, collegial, and inclusive group of clinicians and researchers focused on improving the lives of young people with bipolar disorder. The ideal candidate will have experience conducting venipuncture in young people and/or in psychiatric populations. This candidate must have excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, punctual, have good time management and professional communication skills. Some evening and occasional weekend hours may be required based on study needs.

This position is grant funded.

Responsibilities:

+ 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.

+ Experience working with children/adolescents and/or in psychiatric settings preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Phlebotomy Technician (PBT(ASCP)) or equivalent certification preferred.

+ Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal

+ Act 33 with renewal

+ Act 34 with renewal

+ Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran