Phlebotomist/Specimen Processor

Job Description

The Phlebotomist I is responsible to accurately collect patient specimens for diagnostic testing while working in a professional medical environment.

This position functions as part of a dynamic and engaging team with a workload that ranges from fast-paced hospital settings and high / low volume clinics.

Caregivers in this role will gain valuable experience and knowledge to help prepare them for workplace and career advancement.

Phlebotomists at Intermountain Health are committed to providing patient centered care while demonstrating our values of Integrity, Trust, Excellence, Accountability, and Mutual Respect.

If you are interested in contributing to our mission of helping people live the healthiest lives possible - come join our Phlebotomy Team!Job Specifics :

Benefits Eligible : Yes

Shift Details : 8am-4 : 30pm, Monday-Friday

Pay Range :

$ - $ hourly Non Certified

$ - $ hourly Certified

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATES : To support your professional development, we offer up to $5,250 per year in education reimbursement, which can be used for tuition assistance, student loan forgiveness, or to obtain additional certifications / licenses.

Scope :

Phlebotomist responsibilities :

Performs phlebotomy (venipuncture, fingerstick, heelstick) according to established procedures. Identifies patients using two patient identifiers.

Labels specimens and specimen containers accurately.

Determines the correct priority for STAT, Routine, ASAP, etc. specimen collections. Collects and receives specimens into the laboratory utilizing computer protocols including processing, preparation, centrifugation, aliquot and routing of specimens, to include reference lab.

Ensures the timely transport and processing of all patient specimens for testing.

Files patients lab reports, requisitions charges for the business office and sends reports to outside hospitals and clinics.

Posts charges and reconciles invoices. Investigates complex bills, as needed. Researches and resolves any questionable patient orders.

Enters patient demographic data accurately. Maintains required lab records and logs, collects statistics for reports and other clerical duties as directed by manager.

• Performs complex specimen set-up. Enters complex orders and results. Packs and ships infectious materials. Communicates any special situations related to specimens or testing with all appropriate staff and management.
• Cleans and maintains equipment, centrifuges, and refrigerators. Records daily temperatures of all refrigerators in the phlebotomy areas.

Orders supplies and maintains sufficient inventory to efficiently operate phlebotomy services. Assists in the training of new associates and students.

Acts as a receptionist, greeting patients and answering phones within the laboratory. Performs patient registration and test ordering and specimen processing as appropriate.

Documents and communicates information thoroughly and accurately. Utilizes equipment according to departmental guidelines, maintaining all equipment as per guidelines.

Ensures equipment and supplies are maintained in appropriate working order. Evaluates and utilizes inventory appropriately, assists with inventory control as needed.

Maintains a neat and clean work area. Disposes of waste appropriately. Cleans bench areas and equipment. Restocks supplies as appropriate.

Maintains the washroom and performs washroom functions as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications :

Non-Certified :

• High School diploma or equivalent, required
• Phlebotomy training, required
• Six months of experience in blood-drawing techniques, preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, required
• One (1) year of experience in a hospital setting, preferred

Certified (accepted certifications) :

A certification from one of the following required :

RPT (Registered Phlebotomy Technician) AMT PBT (Phlebotomy Technician) ASCP American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP)Amercian Medical Technologists (AMT) National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) National Association of Phlebotomy Technicians (NAPT) National Health Career Association (NHA) National Phlebotomy Association (NPA) American Certification Agency for Healthcare Professionals (ACA) American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT) National Healthcare Certification Association (NHCO)

Your next move :

Now that you know more about being a Phlebotomist on our team we hope you’ll join us. At Inermountain Health you’ll reaffirm every day how much you love this work, and why you were called to it in the first place.

Physical Requirements :

Physical Requirements :

• Interact with patients, patients' family, patient care providers, and others requiring the employee to verbally communicate information, as well as understand spoken information.
• Operate computers and complex and delicate lab equipment with precision and accuracy requiring the ability to move fingers and hands.
• See and read lab equipment, labels, monitors, and documents.
• Walk while transporting phlebotomy equipment cart.
• Remain standing for long periods of time to perform work.
• Adjust body, including bending, to perform phlebotomy work.

Anticipated job posting close date :

08 / 27 / 2024

Location :

Good Samaritan Hospital

Work City : Lafayette

Lafayette

Work State : Colorado

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$ - $

We care about your well-being mind, body, and spirit which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers, and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers;

and our commitment todiversity, equity, and inclusion.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.