Phlebotomist - Casual
Date Posted: 10/08/2015
Position Number: 47233
Location: Allegheny General Hospital
Department: Phlebotomy
Status: Casual
Shift: Rotating
UNION POSITION
Allegheny Health Network is an integrated delivery network focused on preserving health care choice and providing affordable, high-quality care to the people in our communities. With more than 14,000 employees including 7,400 health care professionals, nearly 200 primary care and specialty care practices, Allegheny Health Network includes seven hospitals in Pennsylvania with nearly 2,400 licensed beds.
Allegheny Health Network’s clinical expertise ranges from primary care to the most complex surgical procedures. Services include cancer diagnosis and treatment, cardiovascular care, neurological and neurosurgical services, organ transplantation, orthopedic and rehabilitation services, and women’s health.
Job Summary: Performs Phlebotomy using standard techniques for venipunctures, heel sticks and fingersticks.
Responsibilities:
- Collects and processes patient specimens in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures and within expected timeframes both on and off site as required
- Maintains the cleanliness of the work area and adequate supplies for efficient laboratory operations
- Performs laboratory support duties (e.g. order entry, registration, specimen receiving, etc.) to ensure efficient operations
- May mentor students in Phlebotomy utilizing WPAHS policies and procedures
- Performs other duties as assigned or required
Requirements:
- Phlebotomy training required
- Certification as a Phlebotomist preferred
- 6 month Phlebotomy experience preferred
- Drivers license may be required