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SUMMARY OF POSITION:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsible for collecting blood specimens (phlebotomy) from inpatients and outpatients and receiving other laboratory specimens, i.e., 24 hour urine containers, sputum, stool specimens and splitting of random urine specimens. Enters, verifies, and updates patient demographic and insurance information into various information systems. Responsible for performing and reporting bedside glucose testing.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 High School Diploma or equivalent required.
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 Six (6) months phlebotomy experience required OR completion of an internship through a certified training program required.
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 Bedside glucose and pediatric collection experience preferred.
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 Phlebotomy Certification, general computer skills, CPR and additional language skills (i.e. Spanish) preferred.
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 WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
 
 
 
 
 
 Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
 
 
 
 
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 Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
 
 
 
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 Be Well
 
 
 
 
 with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
 
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 with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
 
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 with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
 
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 with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
 
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 by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
 
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 WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?
 
 
 
 
 
 Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.
 
 
 
 
 
 YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Recruiter: Rebecca L. Stuckey

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. When determining base pay, we take a comprehensive approach that considers your skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other critical factors. The pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications, but it does not encompass all the elements that contribute to your total compensation package. 
Under the direction of the Phlebotomy Coordinator(s), the Operations Manager, and the Phlebotomy Manager, Phlebotomists perform a variety of support services to the laboratory and provide phlebotomy services for all clients. Depending on the area in which an individual is assigned for his/her shift, the responsibilities vary. Required: - Ability to handle several processes concurrently. Ability to effectively deal with a wide range of personalities, technical and support staff. Knowledge of Medical terminology. - Requires completion of High School or Equivalent and Certificate of completion in Phlebotomy or Medical Assisting or a phlebotomy course as part of an associate or bachelor degree program such as nursing. - A Valid and Current Driver’s License, and clean driver's record per NSMC policy, which will be reviewed annually during employee's employment. Preferred: - 1+ year of phlebotomy experience and demonstrated proficiency in the phlebotomy field. - Personal vehicle. Recruiter: Linehan, Julie Kristen

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. When determining base pay, we take a comprehensive approach that considers your skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other critical factors. The pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications, but it does not encompass all the elements that contribute to your total compensation package. 
Summary Under close supervision of a qualified Medical Technologist, assist with preparation of specimens and processing (e.g. centrifugation) of routine tests including urinalysis, hematology, and in some instances clinical chemistry. Key Responsibilities - Blood specimens are collected by venipuncture on geriatric, adults, children, and infants addressing their age specific needs and per phlebotomy standards. - Outstanding Phlebotomy draws are checked regularly and completed to meet expected time frames. - Technical duties are completed per laboratory guidelines, including cleaning equipment, maintaining inventory, and assisting with faxes and reports as needed. - Assists in Clerical/Administrative duties e.g. answering calls, making reports, etc. to meet department needs. - Patient test specimens (LIS) are received and barcode labels are generated and specimens are labeled per department standards. - Additional department, organization, or network activities are completed per established objectives. - PCC Organizational Values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are upheld. Education/Degree Required - High School diploma required Experience Required - One year Clinical Internship/ on the job training in a clinical or hospital laboratory required. Preferred - One to two years phlebotomy experience preferred Skills (Specific learned activity gained through training (e.g. computer skills, keyboarding, presentation, CPR, ACLS, etc.) Required - Phlebotomy course training in a State approved institution required. - Computer proficiency required. Microsoft office applications preferred with ability to learn new software. Recruiter: DiPietro, Maureen

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. When determining base pay, we take a comprehensive approach that considers your skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other critical factors. The pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications, but it does not encompass all the elements that contribute to your total compensation package. 
Phlebotomists service inpatients, outpatients and nursing homes located on and off the Newton-Wellesley Hospital campus. - Assignments may change based on the needs of NWH customers. - Phlebotomists are responsible for sample collection on all patient populations. - High school education - Completion of a phlebotomy course or previous phlebotomy experience is required - Experience in phlebotomy of all age groups preferred - Computer skills and customer service skills required - The ability to work independent of supervision is preferred - Valid driver's license required - Must meet 25 wpm typing requirement Recruiter: Linehan, Julie Kristen

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. When determining base pay, we take a comprehensive approach that considers your skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other critical factors. The pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications, but it does not encompass all the elements that contribute to your total compensation package. 
GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: Summarize the nature and level of work performed. This position's hours are per diem. The hours will fall within Monday- Friday 7a-Noon. The LIHDI Study is looking for a per diem Mobile Phlebotomist to travel to specified locations. The Mobile Phlebotomist will travel to study participant’s homes to collect blood, obtain vital signs, and anthropometric measurements. The majority of the sites are within the greater Boston area, but there may be some New England travel. The mobile phlebotomist’s responsibilities include maintaining a safe and sterile work environment, assembling all medical instruments and supplies before preparing patients for venipuncture procedures, and measurements. Study participants are adult females. This position reports to the Research Nurse Manager. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Indicate key areas of responsibility, major job duties, special projects and key objectives for this position. These items should be evaluated throughout the year and included in the written annual evaluation. For all positions that include direct patient care, indicate with an “X” the age(s) of all patient populations served No Direct Patient Care All age groups Adolescence (13 to 17 years) Neonates (birth to 1 month) Young Adult (18 to 25 years) Infant (1 month to1year) Adult (26 to 54 years) x Early Childhood (12 months to 5 years) Senior Adult (55 to 64 years) x Late Childhood (6 to 12 years) Geriatric (65 years and up) 1. Demonstrates the skills and competence to process/prepare patients for venipuncture/stick. 1. Validates a positive identification of patient according to department policy. 2. Confirms accuracy of labels and requisitions before beginning procedure. 3. Develops a relationship with the participant to be comforting and to demonstrate confidence for the potential venipuncture/stick. 4. . 2. Demonstrates the skills and competence to accurately complete laboratory requisitions or electronic orders. 0. Completes the laboratory requisition to include all necessary information; to include the legible documentation of his/her phlebotomy code, research billing information, and collection date and time or properly completes electronic order. 1. Follows procedures for obtaining “standing order” information to include, if necessary, completing requisition accurately from telephone orders. 2. Follows all requirements for sample processing per study protocol. 3. Demonstrates the skills and competence necessary to perform the venipuncture/stick. 0. Selects the best area available for blood drawing. 1. Checks the wound site before leaving the patient. 2. Follows all policies and procedures for the appropriate collection of blood cultures to avoid contamination of specimen. 4. Follows all Infection Control Guidelines throughout the venipuncture/stick procedure. 0. At all times wears appropriate personal protective equipment. 1. Follows all patient precautions and procedures for isolation. 2. Discards all equipment (sharps, glove, etc.) as required. 3. Handwashing between participants. 5. Demonstrates knowledge of correct tube to use for test requested, amount of blood to be drawn, the appropriate procedures for specimen handling to maintain integrity for test requested. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Continued 6. Effectively teaches and trains all new employees, students, and other additional requests for teaching and training. 7. Follows all directions as they are applicable to study protocols. 0. Cooperates with principal investigator and/or supervisor to draw appropriate tubes for tests requested and meet requirements for timed collections. 8. Completes phlebotomy check sheets and/or logbooks as required. 9. Demonstrates professional customer service skills whenever interacting with a customer. 0. Answers the telephone with location, name and greeting. 1. Effectively interacts with co-workers and clinical staff to avoid misunderstandings and conflicts. 2. Effectively interacts with patients and participant’s families to avoid stress and anxiety. 3. Demonstrates a caring sensitive attitude to all participants. 10. Restocks supplies to ensure adequate amounts available for mobile phlebotomy, and alerts Team Leaders or Supervisor when supply levels are low. 11. Set up mobile scale and stadiometer to obtain height and weight. 12. Use measuring tape to obtain hip and waist circumference. 13. Use electronic machine to obtain blood pressure and heart rate. 14. Transport collected information and blood samples to Harvard Longwood Campus in Boston, MA 02115. QUALIFICATIONS:(MUST be realistic, neither overstated nor understated, and related to the essential functions of the job.) 1. High School diploma or equivalent. 2. Phlebotomy certification desired but not required. 3. Valid driver’s license and vehicle. SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:(MUST be realistic, neither overstated nor understated, and related to the essential functions of the job.) 1. Knowledge and practice of proper aseptic techniques necessary to prevent injury to self and patients. 2. Basic knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of veins. 3. Knowledge to select appropriate tubes and volumes for test(s) requested. 4. Ability to communicate with patients to alleviate fears and anxieties and make them feel comfortable and cared for. 5. Physically be able to stand and walk for long periods of time (90% of the hours) and transport supplies and specimens as required. SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Continued 6. Limited computer skills necessary to use the keyboard and mouse to use hospital installed programs as required for specimen collection and processing. 7. Validate competencies in areas of: 1. Venipuncture technique and all blood drawing procedures. 2. Appropriate choice of test tube and required blood volumes. 3. Specimen labeling and participant identification. 4. Customer service skills to include ability to communicate with participants and staff. Recruiter: Mayo, Shatasha

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