St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.
Looking for a new career? Join the St. Luke''s Phlebotomy Accelerated Training program, starting July 13, 2026, where you will learn how to obtain blood specimens from patients using appropriate blood collection equipment (needles, lancets, etc.), as well as non-blood specimens, according to Laboratory Specimen Collection Manual and Phlebotomy Procedure Manual.
This 6-week accelerated program will pay you full-time 40 hours while training, upon completion of program you will be placed in a full-time position. Training includes five weeks of lectures and one week of hands-on clinical experience. Classes will be held Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM 4:30 PM at our education center located at the Bethlehem Campus. Work schedule upon successful completion of the program:
Scheduling may vary based on department needs.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Attend and participate in the SLUHN School of Phlebotomy (SOP) didactic sessions, classroom clinicals, and clinical externship per SOP handbook
Successfully complete the SOP didactic & classroom clinical portion of the program, as defined by the SOP handbook, prior to the clinical externship
Interprets verbal and written physician orders (paper and electronic)
Obtains blood specimens (and non-blood specimens) from patients using appropriate collection equipment (needles, lancets, cups, etc.) and follows safe practices according to the Laboratory Specimen Collection Manual and Phlebotomy Procedure Manual in a timely manner.
Identifies patients by having patient repeat their name and birth date and comparing the information to physician request and labels (or registration form). Labels specimens accurately
Responsible for handling and processing laboratory specimens according to Accession Procedure Manual including operation of a centrifuge and proper specimen transfer and storage
Performs equipment maintenance, computer entry, and communicates with hospital staff, physician offices
Follow correct specimen packing for transport of specimens through the pneumatic tube system or transport by courier
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Standing for up to 8 hours per day, up to several hours at a time; Ability to operate a motor vehicle in order to collect specimens at off-site locations. In order to satisfy the physical requirements in a typical workday, when performing essential functions employee must have the ability to sit for 0-2 hours. In a typical workday, the manual dexterity and ability to use fingers/hands for repetitive action would include frequent fingering, continuous handling, palpating veins, rare grasping and occasional twisting/turning. In a typical workday, when performing essential functions, the phlebotomist must have the ability to use upper extremities for occasional lifting and frequent carrying of objects weighing up to fifteen pounds. In order to perform the essential functions, a phlebotomist must have ability to frequently stoop/bend. Additional physical requirements of the essential functions would include restraining and holding uncooperative patients. Sensory requirements necessary to perform essential functions in a typical workday include the ability for touching, hearing normal conversation, and seeing with general vision. Must be able to wear exam gloves and face masks (PPE).
EDUCATION:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Applicants will be required to have a successful interview as part of the selection process. Successful completion of background checks, a pre-hire physical and drug/nicotine screen are required. Must have a valid drivers license.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!
St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
St. Luke's University Health Network is a regional network of hospitals, physicians and other related organizations providing care primarily in Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe, Carbon, Schuylkill, Bucks, Montgomery and Berks counties in Pennsylvania and Warren County in New Jersey.
The Network provides services at more than 150 sites. St. Luke's University Health Network is comprised of six hospital sites. The Network includes:
Areas of exceptional medical expertise include:
St. Luke's offers an exceptional benefit plan for employees. Our values are reflected in all we do for patients, each other and the community:
Pride - We take pride in our accomplishments and in our organization.
Caring - We show consideration for others and their feelings. We treat others as we want to be treated.
Respect - We recognize the value, diversity and importance of each other, those we serve and the organization.
Accountability - We are responsible to make decisions and solve problems in a timely and effective manner.
Flexibility - We adapt to the changing needs and expectations of those we serve.
Teamwork - We work together to improve quality.
The mission of St. Luke's University Health Network is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.