Phlebotomist (Casual)

Purpose:

Collects and processes blood and other laboratory samples; enters physician orders in Meditech accurately; accurately labels and processes specimens; maintains confidentiality for patient data; and displays a professional image and attitude when performing ALL duties/responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Collects and processes laboratory specimens.
• Performs Patient Assessment.
• Maintains and practices professionalism.
• Assist in training new or current employees & students as requested under the direction of supervisor/administrative staff.
• Informs section supervisor of problems noted in an individual's training process.
• Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• High school graduate with sufficient knowledge of English, Spelling, Typing, and Math. Certification in Phlebotomy preferred.
• Some phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Completion of Phlebotomy training through an accredited program.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Collects and processes laboratory specimens. Performs Patient Assessment. Maintains and practices professionalism. Assist in training new or current employees & students as requested under the direction of supervisor/administrative staff. Informs section supervisor of problems noted in an individual's training process. Performs other related duties as assigned.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran