Phlebotomist

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Health in Salt Lake City is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to join the Walk-In Lab team at Sugarhouse Health Center.

The role collects blood specimens by venipuncture and capillary techniques, labels samples, enters data, and delivers specimens to the lab. Must have phlebotomy experience or certification; multi-lingual candidates welcomed.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain blood specimens by venipuncture and capillary techniques.
• Experience labeling and documenting specimens accurately.
• Ability to operate data entry systems and manage samples.

Responsibilities

• Obtains blood specimens by venipuncture and capillary techniques.
• Labels samples, sends specimens to the laboratory for analysis, and completes essential records.
• Enters and retrieves computer data related to tests and samples.
• Delivers samples to off-site draw locations and laboratories.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Phlebotomy technique knowledge

Multi-lingual candidates welcomed

Education

Phlebotomy Technician certification

Job description

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position collects, and prepares specimens for the laboratory, and maintains accurate medical records of specimens at multiple draw sites.

Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Obtains blood specimens by established venipuncture and capillary techniques.


• Obtains specimens performing cheek swab technique.


• Labels samples, sends specimens to the laboratory for analysis, and completes essential records.


• Maintains record of tests performed and samples taken.


• Enters and retrieves computer data.


• Delivers samples to off-site draw locations and laboratories.


• May perform special tests such as clotting time, bleeding time, and glucose tolerance test.


• May check client picture identification and obtain photographs and fingerprints.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.


• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.


• Knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications

Required One of the following:

• Six (6) months of phlebotomy experience.


• Phlebotomy Technician certification

Qualifications (Preferred)

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

• This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving patients or objects, such as medical equipment, while providing patient care.

Physical Requirements

Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking

Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed

EEO Statement

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affluent Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu/

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

Requisition Number 86661
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Location Name Sugarhouse Health Center
Workplace Set Up On-site
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department UCC CST 80H SHHC WALK IN LAB
Category Health Care Support
Workplace Set Up On-site