Phlebotomist Float

15300 Intermountain Central Laboratory; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Utah seeks a Phlebotomist I to collect and handle patient specimens for diagnostic testing across multiple clinic sites from Orem to Riverton.

You will perform venipuncture, capillary puncture, PIVO, and throat swabs, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and compassionate patient care. Working hours are 40 per week, with start times 7am–9am.

Qualifications

• BLS Required
• High School Diploma or equivalent, Preferred.
• Six months of phlebotomy experience, phlebotomy training or national certification as approved by manager/supervisor. Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately collect patient specimens for diagnostic testing in a professional medical environment.
• Perform specimen collection using venipuncture, capillary puncture, PIVO, and throat swabs.
• Adhere to laboratory compliance and safety regulations.
• Communicate procedures with patients and families with empathy during interactions.
• Opportunity for growth: training and mentoring new staff, participation in special projects.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Phlebotomy

Laboratory Operations

Regulatory Requirements

Computer Literacy

Teamwork

Working Independently

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy training or national certification

Job description

Phlebotomist I

Job Description: Phlebotomist I 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. Monday - Friday start time could vary between 7am-9am and you would work a full 8 hour shift at any of our 7 locations from Orem to Riverton.

Key Responsibilities

• Phlebotomist I 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 gain valuable experience and knowledge to help prepare them for workplace and career advancement.
• The Phlebotomist I perform 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, developing skills such as: Patient registration Participation in CODE response teams Training and mentoring new staff Specimen Processing Participation in special projects Other laboratory responsibilities as required by site or assigned by the team or department leader.

Required Skills

• Communication
• Patient Care
• Phlebotomy
• Laboratory Operations
• Regulatory Requirements
• Computer Literacy
• Teamwork
• Working Independently

Qualifications

• BLS Required
• High School Diploma or equivalent, Preferred.
• Six months of phlebotomy experience, phlebotomy training or national certification as approved by manager/supervisor. Preferred.

Physical Requirements

Ongoing 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. These 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

American Fork Specialty Clinic, Central Orem Clinic, Lehi Clinic, Rose Canyon Clinic, Saratoga Springs Clinic, Saratoga Springs ED Work City: Riverton Work State: Utah

Work Hours

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Salary

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $18.94 - $24.62

Benefits

We 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. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

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Company Overview

All positions subject to close without notice. Headquartered in Utah with locations in six primary states and additional operations across the western U.S., Intermountain Health is a nonprofit system of 34 hospitals, 400+ clinics, a medical group of more than 4,800 employed physicians and advanced care providers, a health plan division called Select Health with more than one million members, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is widely recognized as a leader in clinical quality improvement and efficient healthcare delivery. Join our world-class team and embark on a career filled with opportunities, strength, innovation, and fulfillment. To find out more about us, head to our career site here. All positions subject to close without notice. Thanks for your interest in continuing your career with our team!