Lead Phlebotomist, UPMC Williamsport Job at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Williamsport, PA

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  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • Williamsport, PA

Job Description

The Laboratory at UPMC Williamsport is seeking to hire a Lead Phlebotomist! Under the direction of the area supervisor, ensure that the daily activities of the department are completely accurately and on time. Maintain a safe and professional environment for clients and employees. Perform specimen collection and processing duties following established policies and procedures. Act as a coach, mentor, instructor, and resource person for new employees. Works in conjunction with and under the supervision of the medical technologists at times.

Shift: 6:30AM - 3PM

Responsibilities:

* Reads, understands and complies with organizational and departmental policies, procedures and protocols.

* Collects specimens in a timely manner and according to established procedures.

* Follows positive patient ID policy to accurately collect and label specimens.

* Communicates appropriately with clients, patients, and coworkers. Remains polite and courteous at all times. Communicates all unresolved problems immediately to supervisor.

* Calls clients to confirm handwritten orders, obtains accurate billing information, dx codes, UPIN information, etc. when needed

* Participates on teams and special projects. Performs other duties as assigned.

* Performs basic clerical duties, i.e. filing, faxing, preparing mail, data entry, etc.

* Delegates phlebotomy priorities and other non-urgent tasks to staff as needed

* Keeps work area clean and neat. This includes waste disposal, stocking of supplies, management of lab coat cleaning.

* Interacts with all customers, internal and external, courteously and professionally; answers the phone and responds to telephone inquiries in a timely manner.

* Trains, mentors, and orients new employees as assigned.

* Completes all required documentation and statistical logs as required.

* Processes and/or packages specimens according to testing specifications. Investigates problems and documents occurrences appropriately in a timely manner

* Assists and works with staff to ensure compliance with dress codes, policies and safety regulations. Immediately reports any violations to supervisor.

Qualifications:

* High School diploma or equivalent

* Certification from an accredited Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant program is preferred.

* Minimum 2 years experience.

* Medical terminology knowledge and laboratory information system experience is preferred.

* Must have the ability to establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneously.

* Must interact with other departments.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

* 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

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

Job Tags

Immediate start, Shift work,

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