Phlebotomist Float

Intermountain Healthcare; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Healthcare in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, is seeking a Phlebotomist II to accurately collect patient specimens for diagnostic testing across hospital and clinic settings. The role requires venipuncture, capillary puncture, PIVO, and throat swab techniques, with attention to safety and compliance.

You will engage with patients and families empathetically, document work across multiple systems, and support on-call and holiday rotations as needed.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Accurately collect patient specimens for diagnostic testing.
• Perform venipuncture, capillary puncture, PIVO, and throat swab collections.
• Communicate procedures and instructions with patients and family members with empathy.
• Maintain compliance with safety and laboratory regulations.
• Navigate multiple computer systems and document patient care; work well as part of a team.
• Participate in on-call shifts and holiday rotations as needed.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Phlebotomy

Laboratory Operations

Regulatory Requirements

Computer Literacy

Teamwork

Working Independently

Complex Problem Solving

Training and Mentoring

Clinical Staffing

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High School Diploma

Twelve months phlebotomy experience or national certification

Tools

PIVO

Job description

Job Description:Phlebotomist II 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.Discover why Intermountain Health is a great place to workPosting Specifics:Benefits Eligible: YesShift Details - Variable - fluctuating shifts are based on department needs / Shifts are 8 hours, but can vary between the hours of 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.May require supporting clinics that are open on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Site Location: Various Clinic Sites - Requires flexibility to travel to various clinic sites to support team members; mileage reimbursement applies for any commute beyond your designated “home base/clinic”Essential Functions:Phlebotomist II 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 II 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.Skills:CommunicationPatient CarePhlebotomyLaboratory OperationsRegulatory RequirementsComputer LiteracyTeamworkWorking IndependentlyComplex Problem SolvingTraining and MentoringClinical StaffingAbility to work under pressureQualifications:High School Diploma, Preferred.Twelve 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. 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 Lutheran HospitalWork City:Wheat RidgeWork State:ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:40The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$20.00 - $26.48We 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.