Phlebotomist

denverhealth; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,174,000 - 71,062,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement contributions

Health coverage

Job summary

Denver Health is seeking a Phlebotomist to join DH Laboratory Services Pav L. The role performs blood collection for tests, transfusions, and research, and may explain procedures to patients while assisting in recovery after adverse reactions.

Essential tasks include collecting blood via various methods, conducting standard lab tests, maintaining equipment, and ensuring patient safety. A HS diploma and phlebotomy training or equivalent experience are required, with supportive team environment

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy or clinical Medical Assistant certificate required or
• 3 years of phlebotomy experience may be accepted in lieu of certificate.

Responsibilities

• Draw blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research.
• Explain procedures to patients and assist in recovery of patients.
• Collect specimens using vacuum tubes, syringes, or capillary methods.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Blood collection

Patient care

Safety & infection control

Lab terminology

Communication

Education

Phlebotomy certificate

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Laboratory information system

Computer literacy

Job description

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Phlebotomist to join our team! We're with you for life's journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn't just something we believe in-it's something we live every day, for life's journey.

Our Values

Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Department

DH Laboratory Services Pav L

Work for an ASCP-designated Leading Laboratory, recognized for excellence in quality outcomes, professional development, trusted leadership, and laboratory visibility.

Job Summary

The Phlebotomist, under general supervision, draws blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research that is utilized in the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of physical conditions. May explain the procedure to patients and assist in the recovery of patients with adverse reactions.

Essential Functions :

Collection

Draw blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods; from capillaries by dermal puncture, such as heel or finger stick methods and from arteries, using arterial collection techniques. (40%)

Laboratory Testing

Conduct standards tests, such as blood alcohol, blood culture, oral glucose tolerance, glucose screening, blood smears, or peak and trough drug levels tests. Transport specimens or fluid samples from collection sites to laboratories, documenting the route of specimens from collection to laboratory analysis and diagnosis. Provide sample analysis results to physicians to assist diagnosis. (20%)

Equipment Maintenance

Monitors specimen collection devices to ensure proper operation. Organize and/or clean blood-drawing trays, ensuring that all instruments are sterile and all needles, syringes, or related items are of first-time use. Dispose of contaminated sharps, in accordance with applicable laws, standards, and policies. (20%)

Patient Advocacy and Support

Prevent unnecessary invasive phlebotomy and report patient concerns to appropriate care provider for immediate follow up. Monitor blood or plasma donors during and after procedures to ensure health, safety, and comfort. (10%)

Training

May assist in training and teaching students, new staff or other medical personnel in phlebotomy or laboratory techniques. (10%)

Education :

• High School Diploma or GED Required and
• Post High School Diploma or Certificate Program Certificate from a Phlebotomy or clinical Medical Assistant school Required or
• A minimum of 3 years of directly related phlebotomy experience may be accepted in lieu of certificate Required

Work Experience :

less than 1 year Six months of phlebotomy experience or 200 successful blood draws, preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Ability to remain calm in emergency situations
• Knowledge of laboratory terminology and equipment.
• Knowledge of safety and infection control practices to ensure a safe environment of care.
• Skills necessary to successfully perform phlebotomy in a variety of age groups.
• Ability to handle patient specimens and laboratory equipment.
• Familiar with regulatory compliance in quality control and competency requirements.
• Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Good communication and customer relation skills to ensure patient safety and quality processes in the laboratory.
• Excellent organizational skills and detail-oriented work in identifying, accessioning, and handling specimens for processing and testing.
• Basic computer and hospital/laboratory information system skills

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$21.00 - $24.80 / hr

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future - with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development - while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you're joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands,