Phlebotomist

Paycom - ATS; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

403(b) Plan

Cafeteria 125 FSA

Job summary

Pueblo Community Health Center is seeking a Phlebotomist in Pueblo, CO. The role involves performing routine venipuncture and heel sticks, with lab record keeping and quality control duties. Starting pay ranges will be based on experience and local standards.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and phlebotomy training; a diploma program is preferred, with at least one year of lab/phlebotomy experience. Benefits and travel expectations are as described in the listing.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent with proper training in phlebotomy procedures.
• Graduation from an accredited phlebotomy diploma program preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year experience as a lab assistant/phlebotomist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine venipuncture & heel sticks.
• Assist with lab record keeping and quality control activities.
• Maintain records/logs of lab work and provide daily reports.

Skills

Organizational skills

Lab techniques

Medical terminology

Communication

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy diploma program

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Pueblo, CO 81004, Salary Range: $17.32 - $24.46 Hourly, Phlebotomist

Starting Pay Range: $17.32 - $20.38 per hour and considers preferred experience

Welcome to Pueblo, CO, a community where there is something for everyone! Located two hours south of Denver, Pueblo Community Health Center (PCHC) is in the family-oriented, multicultural town of Pueblo, CO (pop. 150,000). Whether proximity to the great outdoors is a priority or big city shopping, entertainment and professional sports are more your thing, our location is ideal.

Benefits

Pueblo Community Health Center offers a flexible benefits program to full-time and part-time employees working 20 hours or more per week.

Benefit opportunities presently available to employees are listed below:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plan
• Cafeteria 125 Flexible Spending Account

In addition to the benefits available for purchase through the Cafeteria 125 plan, Pueblo Community Health Center offers supplemental insurances and generous paid time off benefits including holidays and personal time off (PTO). The organization also contributes to the employee’s tax-sheltered annuity plan after one year of service.

Job Summary

Performs routine venipuncture & heel sticks. Assist with lab record keeping and quality control activities.

Education/Experience/License/Certification

• High school graduate or equivalent with proper training in phlebotomy procedures
• Graduation from an accredited phlebotomy diploma program preferred
• Minimum one (1) year experience as a lab assistant/phlebotomist preferred

Required Travel

Infrequent travel may include limited local travel.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Organizational skills.
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques to perform routine venipunctures.
• Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with laboratory staff.
• Skill in labeling and maintaining all materials for collection.
• Knowledge of basic computer functions.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
• Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions.
• Ability to follow written protocols.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate clearly.
• Spanish speaking preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure the function and activities of this department to embrace the philosophy, mission, values and Communicate with Heart service model supported by the Board of Directors of Pueblo Community Health Center, Inc.
• Adhere to the guidelines and procedures of Pueblo Community Health Center, Inc.
• Performs routine venipuncture & heel sticks appropriate to the age-specific needs of all patients, including peri-natal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric, with little or no supervision.
• Verify and/or record identity of patient and converse with patient to explain procedure as well as allay fear of procedure.
• Perform daily quality control in the laboratory as needed.
• Maintain records/logs of lab work performed and provide daily reports to the Director of Laboratory & Infection Control.
• Assist with identification and labeling of specimens. Stores and distributes specimens.
• Operates, cleans, and sterilizes laboratory equipment, glassware, and instruments. Cleans work area.
• Answers telephone takes messages and provides routine laboratory information.
• Checks inventory of supplies and assists with placing orders.
• Attends required meetings and participate in committees as requested.
• Adhere to all laboratory policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Pueblo Community Health Center is a tobacco and drug-free workplace. EOE