Phlebotomist

Lehigh Valley Health Network

. Perform phlebotomy, EKG, DNA collections, and other patient services on routine and STAT bases .

Posted 9/18/2026part-timeEast Stroudsburg • Pennsylvania • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in phlebotomy, EKG, and DNA collection techniques while ensuring compliance with safety guidelines and laboratory protocols. Exhibits strong communication and customer service skills to effectively interact with patients and healthcare providers.

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Phlebotomy TechniquesEKG CollectionCustomer Service SkillsBasic Life Support CertificationMedical Terminology Knowledge

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Hard Skills

VenipunctureCapillary CollectionSpecimen ProcessingData EntryTest OrderingLaboratory Equipment UsageSafety Guidelines KnowledgePPE UtilizationSanitization ProcessesReport Building

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsMultitasking AbilityCustomer Relations

Tools & Technologies

Laboratory Information System (LIS)Health Information System (HIS)

Certifications & Qualifications

American Heart Association Basic Life Support CertificationPennsylvania Phlebotomy Technician CertificationASCP Phlebotomy Laboratory Technician Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient ServicesBlood Drawing TechniquesSpecimen AccessioningPre-analytical Test RequirementsDUI TestingDrug ScreeningPKU TestingSTAT CollectionsCourier CoordinationPatient Identification

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform phlebotomy, EKG, DNA collections, and other patient services on routine and STAT bases
Perform venipunctures, capillary collections, POCT, EKG, PKU, DUI, drug screen, and DNA collections for all age groups
Perform test ordering, clerical duties, specimen accessioning, processing, preparation, storage, and transport
Positively identify patients and accurately label specimens according to laboratory protocols
Clarify orders and pre-analytical test requirements; review requisitions for accuracy
Log courier calls and coordinate specimen pickups
Perform LIS and HIS data entry for blood and body fluids
Obtain blood and body fluid specimens from hospital, outpatient, and emergency-room areas
Use assigned programs, systems, applications, and laboratory equipment
Respond to customer and client questions regarding specimen requirements, testing schedules, and hospital and departmental operations
Handle heavy workloads, work independently or extended hours as necessary, multitask, prioritize, and remain organized
Serve as a liaison between LVHN-Pocono and counterparts/customers while assisting with inquiries and concerns
Project a positive image of the Medical Center with a focus on patient care and customer relations

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma/GED
1 year of experience (the minimum qualification text is truncated after “1 year or”)
Proficient computer skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
Knowledge of best practices and regulations for blood drawing techniques and collection
Coursework or previous medical terminology experience
Good interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients and providers
Ability to build comprehensive reports and effectively convey information
Knowledge of safety guidelines, proper PPE utilization, and sanitization processes
Must successfully complete appropriate training and achieve proficiency within 90 days
American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification in Pennsylvania within 90 days
Pennsylvania driver's license
Preferred: Technical School Diploma
Preferred: Approved phlebotomy training course or 1 year of previous work experience as a phlebotomist
Preferred: Pennsylvania Phlebotomy Technician Certification or ASCP Phlebotomy Laboratory Technician certification
Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs.; frequent sitting/standing and keyboard use; may require kneeling, bending, squatting, and performing CPR

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment
Educational programs and/or social activities as part of personnel programs
Day shift
Variable days and time, weekend and holiday rotation