Phlebotomist

About the role

The Phlebotomist I is responsible for accurate collection and handling of patient laboratory specimens for diagnostic testing according to established best practices in a professional medical environment.

Responsibilities

• Accurately collect patient specimens for diagnostic testing while working in a professional medical environment.
• Work in a dynamic and engaging team, ranging from fast-paced hospital settings to high/low volume clinics.
• Gain valuable experience and knowledge to prepare for workplace and career advancement.
• Perform specimen collection using various techniques such as venipuncture, capillary puncture, PIVO, and throat swab collections.
• Collect specimens from patients across various acuities, including Outpatient, Emergency Department, and Inpatient settings.
• Adhere to and enforce laboratory compliance and safety regulations.
• Navigate multiple computer systems and work well as a member of a team.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Communicate procedures and instructions with patients and family members, demonstrating empathy during every interaction.
• Develop skills such as patient registration, participation in CODE response teams, training and mentoring new staff, and specimen processing.
• Participate in special projects as required by site or assigned by the team or department leader.
• Manage organizational skills, work independently, and manage stressful situations professionally.
• Take on-call shifts and participate in holiday rotations, according to department or facility needs.

Requirements

• BLS Required
• High School Diploma or equivalent, Preferred
• Six months of phlebotomy experience, phlebotomy training, or national certification as approved by manager/supervisor, Preferred

Qualifications

• Organizational skills
• Ability to navigate multiple computer systems
• Work well as a member of a team
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Skills

• Communication
• Phlebotomy
• Laboratory Operations
• Regulatory Requirements
• Computer Literacy
• Teamwork
• Working Independently

Benefits

Intermountain Caregivers in this role will receive 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.