Phlebotomist

St Anthony Hospital; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood, Colorado is seeking a Phlebotomist responsible for the accurate collection and processing of blood samples and other specimens as defined by the site, with a strong focus on sample quality and patient comfort.

In this role you will deliver excellent customer service, address lab inquiries, and ensure timely result reporting while maintaining meticulous specimen handling, proper labeling, and compliance with safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy program completion preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs venous, capillary, and other specimen collection as defined by site.
• Ensures quality collection with proper containers, volumes, and correct labeling.
• Receives and prioritizes specimens; ensures proper identification and specimen type.
• Centrifuges, aliquots, and distributes samples to appropriate testing areas.
• Prepares samples for offsite testing with correct containers and storage conditions.
• Maintains accurate and timely result reporting, including communication of critical results.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy program completed

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Phlebotomist, you will primarily be responsible for the accurate collection and processing of blood samples and other specimens as defined by the site.

Every day, you will provide a high level of customer service, addressing lab inquiries, clarifying test requirements, and providing other essential laboratory information. Your meticulous sample collection and professional patient interactions will be crucial to efficient lab operations and quality patient care.

To be successful, you will demonstrate exceptional technical skill in phlebotomy, a strong commitment to accuracy and patient comfort, and excellent interpersonal skills for effective customer service.

• Performs venous, capillary, urine drug screen, swab collection, or other specimen collection as defined by site.
• Ensures quality collection of specimens, including appropriate sample container, sample volume, collection priority, and sample identification.
• Receives specimens, assesses priority, assures appropriate specimen identification and appropriate specimen type.
• Centrifuges, aliquots, and distributes samples to appropriate testing area.
• Prepares samples for offsite testing to include assessing appropriate sample type, container, and temperature.
• Responsible for accurate and timely result reporting, including communication and documentation of critical results.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred

• Completion of a phlebotomy program
• Six (6) months of phlebotomy work experience
• Certified Phlebomist such as PBT(ASCP) or equivalent certification

Where You'll Work

Located in Lakewood, Colorado, St. Anthony Hospital is a Level I Trauma Center where we provide a full range of medical specialties and health care services to Denver and the surrounding region through our state-of-the-art medical campus and home base for Flight For Life Colorado. With four trauma rooms including the T-10 room, a dedicated field-to-surgery suite ready 24/7 for trauma surgeons and specially trained teams, our staff can provide life-saving care to the most severely ill and injured patients. In 2023, we received our exciting Magnet designation! We are so proud of our staff for this achievement, which is awarded to only 10 percent of hospitals around the world. Numerous other awards, certifications, and accreditations have been granted to us from the American Heart Association; Chest Pain Center (CPC); American College of Cardiology; The Joint Commission's National Quality Approval; the Emergency Nurses Association Lantern Award; NAPBC Accreditation; American College of Radiology and many others. At St. Anthony Hospital. We combine a heritage of expert care with the latest in technology and innovation.