Location: State College, PA

Start Date: 12-11-2025

End Date: 03-12-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Primarily day shifts with rotation to evening shifts; 8-hour shifts; weekend and holiday coverage may be required; rotating schedule (day/evening) based on departmental needs

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $36 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Collect blood specimens accurately using venipuncture, arterial and capillary punctures while following established laboratory procedures
• Verify patient identification before every collection to ensure testing accuracy and patient safety
• Perform bedside glucose testing and adhere strictly to quality control standards before releasing results
• Prepare, label, and deliver specimens to the correct departments, ensuring proper preservation and documentation
• Instruct and assist patients with urine and other non-blood specimen collections, including chain-of-custody procedures when required
• Maintain clean, organized collection areas and ensure supplies and equipment are stocked and functioning
• Communicate clearly and courteously with patients, clinical staff, and supervisors about delays, specimen issues, or special needs
• Support quality assurance and infection control practices to meet regulatory standards (CAP, JCAHO, CLIA, Pennsylvania Dept. of Health)

Qualifications

• Certified Phlebotomist (ASCP, AMT, CLSI or equivalent) — certification required
• Current BLS for Healthcare Provider (meets AHA standards) and renews every two years
• Graduate of a certified phlebotomy program or equivalent training
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: prior hospital laboratory or clinical phlebotomy experience
• Strong communication skills and the ability to make mature, patient-focused judgments
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays and rotating shifts as assigned

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of a certified phlebotomy program or equivalent

Knowledge & Skills

• Venipuncture, arterial puncture and capillary puncture techniques
• Specimen collection, handling, labeling and transport best practices
• Infection control, quality control and quality assurance procedures
• Bedside glucose testing and documentation of results
• Chain-of-custody specimen collection procedures
• Patient identification procedures and patient communication skills
• Inventory management and basic lab equipment care
• Familiarity with regulatory standards (CAP, JCAHO, CLIA) and hospital policies

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support for contract travelers to help you feel at home quickly
• Medical, dental & vision coverage options to keep you healthy and ready for work
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for tomorrow
• Life insurance and disability protection for peace of mind
• Paid Time Off so you can recharge and explore the area
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Referral bonus program because great teammates deserve recognition
• A supportive team and leaders who value your contributions and growth

Travel Perks: Explore State College, PA

State College is a vibrant college town anchored by Penn State University — enjoy lively local coffee shops, breweries, and eateries in downtown College Avenue. Explore the iconic Nittany Lion Shrine, take scenic hikes on Mount Nittany or in Rothrock State Forest, and visit the Palmer Museum of Art and Arboretum at Penn State for a cultural break. Outdoor enthusiasts can find trails, parks, and nearby skiing/tubing at Tussey Mountain. Weekend trips to nearby Pittsburgh or the PA Wilds make for easy mini-getaways.

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