Phlebotomist

SageWest Health Care; Lander (WY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SageWest Health Care serves Fremont County, Wyoming with two hospitals in Riverton and Lander, offering inpatient and ER services, surgery, imaging, labs, primary care, infusion, and women’s health.

The Phlebotomist collects blood specimens, labels and logs samples, and prepares collections, while giving patients clear instructions and maintaining LIS records; adherence to infection control is required in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program preferred.
• Phlebotomy Certification preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within facility policy timeframe.
• Six months acute care phlebotomy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs venipunctures and capillary punctures to collect blood specimens.
• Labels, logs, and processes specimens according to protocols.
• Prepares collection trays and restocks work areas.
• Provides instructions to patients regarding collection procedures and tests.
• Monitors patient condition during and after collection.
• Documents collection in the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Assists with filing, data entry, and patient records management.
• Ensures compliance with infection control and safety standards.
• Responds to inquiries about laboratory services.
• Participates in training and quality assurance.

Skills

Phlebotomy procedures

Patient interaction

Data entry

Infection control

Attention to detail

LIS documentation

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomy training program

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

Description

At SageWest Health Care, we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available. SageWest Health Care is located in Fremont County, Wyoming, encompassing two hospitals, one in Riverton and one in Lander. Each offers a wide range of healthcare services, including inpatient medical services, emergency room services, surgical services, imaging services, laboratory diagnostic services, primary care, infusion services, and women’s health.

Job Summary

The Phlebotomist is responsible for performing venipunctures and related specimen collection tasks, ensuring accurate labeling and documentation. This role involves preparing specimens for laboratory testing, maintaining work areas, and adhering to infection control protocols. The Phlebotomist interacts with patients professionally and provides accurate information regarding collection procedures.

Essential Functions

• Performs venipunctures and capillary punctures to collect blood specimens as ordered
• Properly labels, logs, and processes specimens according to laboratory protocols
• Prepares collection trays and ensures the cleanliness and restocking of work areas
• Provides clear instructions to patients regarding collection procedures and tests
• Monitors patient condition during and after specimen collection to ensure safety
• Documents specimen collection in the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
• Assists with clerical tasks including filing, data entry, and managing patient records
• Ensures compliance with infection control and safety protocols in all patient interactions
• Responds to inquiries from patients, staff, and other departments regarding laboratory services
• Participates in training, quality assurance, and continuing education as required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Knowledge of specimen collection techniques, equipment, and protocols
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for patient interaction
• Attention to detail for accurate labeling and documentation
• Proficiency in data entry and laboratory information systems
• Ability to handle stressful situations and provide compassionate care
• Knowledge of infection control procedures and safety standards
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs in a clinical setting

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Phlebotomy Certification preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within timeframe required by facility policy

Experience

• Six (6) months of acute care phlebotomy experience or one (1) year experience in outpatient lab setting preferred.
• Certain facilities may require prior laboratory experience based on operational needs, staffing models, or complexity of services provided.