Phlebotomist

University of Utah Health; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Work-life balance

Job summary

University of Utah Health is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to join our patient-focused laboratory team in Salt Lake City. You will obtain blood specimens by venipuncture or capillary techniques, label samples, and ensure accurate medical records are kept across multiple draw sites.

Responsibilities include delivering samples to off-site labs, entering data into the system, and supporting special tests as needed.

Qualifications

• Six months of phlebotomy experience.
• Phlebotomy Technician certification.
• Ability to obtain blood specimens via venipuncture/capillary methods.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Specimen labeling

Patient care

Data entry

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.

Why join University of Utah Health?

• Competitive pay
• Healthcare benefits starting on day one
• 401(k) retirement plan
• A work environment that values dedication, learning, and work-life balance

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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.

One Of The Following

• Six (6) months of phlebotomy experience.
• Phlebotomy Technician certification

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• 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

Non Indicated