Phlebotomist

Intermountain Health; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health Primary Children's Hospital in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a Phlebotomist for overnight coverage. You will collect specimens for diagnostic testing, employing venipuncture, capillary puncture, PIVO and throat swabs while following strict safety and regulatory standards.

You will interact with patients and families, providing clear instructions and empathetic support. A background in phlebotomy and BLS are preferred, with opportunities for growth and teamwork in a hospital

Qualifications

• BLS Required.
• High School Diploma preferred; phlebotomy certification preferred.
• Twelve months of phlebotomy experience, phlebotomy training or national certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately collect patient specimens for diagnostic testing in a professional medical environment.
• Perform venipuncture, capillary puncture, PIVO and throat swab collections while adhering to safety standards.
• Communicate procedures to patients and families with empathy and support.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Phlebotomy

Laboratory Operations

Regulatory Requirements

Computer Literacy

Teamwork

Working Independently

Complex Problem Solving

Training and Mentoring

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description:Phlebotomist is responsible for accurate collection and handling of patient laboratory specimens for diagnostic testing according to established best practice in a manner that enhances patient and caregiver engagement in an experienced manner.Shift - Overnight - 7 on 7 offEssential FunctionsPhlebotomist is responsible for accurately collecting patient specimens for diagnostic testing while working in a professional medical environment. This position functions as part of a dynamic and engaging team with a workload that ranges from fast-paced hospital settings and high/low volume clinics. Caregivers in this role will have valuable experience and knowledge that brings a higher level of expertise to laboratory services’ phlebotomy.The Phlebotomist performs specimen collection using many different techniques such as venipuncture, capillary puncture, PIVO, and throat swab collections. These caregivers collect specimens from patients of various acuities, such as Outpatient, Emergency Department, and Inpatient – including newborns, patients in intensive care, and all other areas of the hospital. They are at the forefront of patient care and adhere to and enforce the standards for laboratory compliance and safety regulations.Adherence to personal protective requirements in inpatient and/or outpatient settings, including but not limited to gowns, gloves, lab coats, face shields, and masks.Intermountain Caregivers in this role will communicate procedures and instructions with patients and family members and demonstrate empathy during every interaction. They will also have opportunities for growth and developing skills such as:Patient or client registrationsParticipation in CODE response teamsTraining as a clinical coach or preceptorSpecimen Processing – send out testing, resulting or referral testingParticipation in special projectsQuality Assurance processesWaived TestingTechnical WritingDowntime planningContinuous Improvement ProjectsOther laboratory responsibilities as required by site or assigned by the team or department leader.This position requires organizational skills, as well as the ability to navigate multiple computer systems, work well as a member of a team, and maintain a clean and safe work environment. Candidates applying for a phlebotomy role are resilient and can manage stressful situations professionally.Ability to take on-call shifts and participate in holiday rotations, according to department or facility needs.Perform advanced collection and troubleshooting techniques such as bilateral nares or non-standard kit collection.SkillsCommunicationPatient CarePhlebotomyLaboratory OperationsRegulatory RequirementsComputer LiteracyTeamworkWorking IndependentlyComplex Problem SolvingTraining and MentoringClinical StaffingAbility to work under pressureQualificationsBLS RequiredHigh School Diploma, Preferred.Twelve months of phlebotomy experience, phlebotomy training or national certification as approved by manager/supervisor, Preferred.Physical RequirementsOngoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.Location:Intermountain Health Primary Childrens HospitalWork City:Salt Lake CityWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:35The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$18.94 - $24.62We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence (\"AI\") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process.All positions subject to close without notice.