Phlebotomist

ScionHealth; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Job summary

ScionHealth is seeking a Phlebotomist for its Denver-area hospital to perform venipuncture and related specimen collection duties. The role involves patient interaction, specimen labeling, and clerical laboratory tasks to support timely and accurate testing.

Responsibilities include maintaining supplies, documenting procedures in the laboratory system, and assisting with routine lab functions under the direction of the Laboratory Manager/Director.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Basic computer knowledge required.
• Able to identify correct color top tubes and blood volumes per test requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and collect specimens per physician orders and regulations.
• Explain procedures to patients to reduce anxiety and facilitate understanding.
• Label, log, and file specimens; prepare standards and paperwork.
• Maintain venipuncture trays and supply areas; order supplies as needed.
• Use Laboratory Information System to document collection and processes.
• Assist in laboratory functions as delegated by Lab Manager/Director.

Skills

Fluent English

Basic computer skills

Test tube labeling

Education

HS Graduate or equivalent

Formal Phlebotomy training

Tools

Laboratory information system

Job description

Description

Kindred Hospital Denver and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) is an all-private room 68-bed hospital located on one of Denver’s important medical campuses, just east of St. Joseph’s Hospital and Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center. With 68 long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) beds, we offer the same in depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period. Our 13-bed ARU is designed for people who have experienced the debilitating effects of an acute injury, impairment or illness and like the LTACH, we partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness. Our care has touched individuals from the Front Range, the western slopes of Colorado, and throughout the country.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Area Laboratory Director or Lab Manager, the Phlebotomist assumes responsibility for performing venipunctures and related clinical specimen collection/preparation tasks and laboratory duties that are clerical in nature.

Essential Functions

• Collects blood specimens from patients via venipuncture and skin puncture according to physician orders and applicable regulations, policies and procedures to ensure complete and accurate specimens for testing.
• Explains collection procedures and provides general testing information as needed to facilitate patient understanding and reduce patient anxiety.
• Labels and records all test tubes, logs procedures, files paperwork.
• Cleans and supplies venipuncture trays. Maintains work areas. Orders supplies when needed.
• Utilizes laboratory information system to document specimen collection, receipt, create manifests and other functions as needed.
• Performs clerical work and assists in laboratory functions as delegated by the Laboratory Manager/Director.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Is knowledgeable about which color top tube to use and the volume of blood needed - knows test requirements.
• Basic computer knowledge required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Pay Range: $18.40 - $27.60/Hour

ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

Qualifications

Education

• HS Graduate or equivalent.
• Formal Phlebotomy training as required by state.

Licenses/Certifications

• Medical Assistant or Phlebotomy certification preferred.
• State license/registration as required by state
• Current BLS required.

Experience

• Six (6) months acute care phlebotomy experience or one (1) year experience as a medical assistant performing venipuncture or one (1) year outpatient lab experience preferred.