Phlebotomist

Join our laboratory team with UPMC Hamot as a Phlebotomist, where your precision, compassion, and efficiency support life-changing medical care every day. Whether drawing samples during critical emergencies or routine screenings, you'll play a vital role in diagnosis and treatment. We offer a variety of shifts and employment status, competitive Total Rewards, and a fast-paced, patient-facing environment. If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and thrive on providing top-tier service to patients of all ages, we invite you to make a difference with us!

In this role, there is opportunity to :

Collect blood specimens via venipuncture, heelstick, and fingerstick.

Instruct patients on self-collection for non-blood specimens.

Accurately enter orders and patient data in lab systems.

Maintain sample integrity and follow safety protocols.

Perform clerical tasks, including specimen labeling and transport.

Ensure compliance with infection control and quality standards.

Communicate effectively with patients, staff, and providers.

Train new employees or students as assigned.

May perform arterial punctures with proper training.

Monitor inventory and maintain cost-effective supply use.

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred

Certification from an accredited Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant program

Minimum 6 months experience performing phlebotomy

Medical terminology knowledge and laboratory information system experience

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

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances :

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

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Act 33 with renewal

Act 34 with renewal

Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran