Phlebotomist

Job Description:

The Phlebotomist II is an experienced phlebotomist, responsible to accurately and compassionately collect patient specimens for diagnostic testing while working in a professional, medical environment. This position functions as part of a dynamic and engaging team in a professional setting with a workload that ranges from fast-paced hospital settings and high/low volume clinics. They may perform moderately complex laboratory testing and may act as a Team Lead. Caregivers in this role will gain valuable experience and knowledge to help prepare them for workplace and career advancement.

Sign on Bonus Eligible - $1750

The Phlebotomist is an experienced phlebotomist with advanced phlebotomy and/or specimen processing skills. In addition to basic Phlebotomist I responsibilities, the Phlebotomist may act as a Team Lead or Trainer and assist with adverse event investigations, research study coordination, moderate complexity testing, and may fulfill functions of a Coordinator or Supervisor, in their absence.

These caregivers compassionately communicate procedures and instructions with patients, family members, and other caregivers and demonstrate empathy during every interaction. The Phlebotomist II may be responsible for deescalating stressful situations calmly and respectfully. They will have opportunities for growth, developing skills such as:

• Serving as a patient and clinical staff liaison

• Technical writing

• Downtime planning

• Leading continuous improvement projects

• Other responsibilities as required by site or assigned by the team or department leader

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic Life Support certification (BLS)/RQI for healthcare providers. (BLS certifications accepted by Intermountain can be found HERE.)

• Advanced skills and performance typically acquired with experience performing phlebotomy in a clinic or hospital setting

• Experience working in a team environment under stressful situations.

• Self-motivated and experience working independently.

• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts that may include weekends, holidays, and nights.

• Ability to take on call shifts, according to department needs.

• Must be flexible to work at other facilities, as needed.

• Adheres to all personal protective requirements in inpatient and/or outpatient settings, including, but not limited to, gloves, lab coats, face shields, and masks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years' prior phlebotomy experience or one year Intermountain phlebotomy experience

• High School diploma or equivalent as needed for CLIA compliance.

• Previous leadership experience

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements

• Interact with patients, patients' family, patient care providers, and others requiring the employee to verbally communicate information, as well as understand spoken information.

• Operate computers and complex and delicate lab equipment with precision and accuracy requiring the ability to move fingers and hands.

• See and read lab equipment, labels, monitors, and documents.

• Walk while transporting phlebotomy equipment cart.

• Remain standing for long periods of time to perform work.

• Adjust body, including bending, to perform phlebotomy work.

Anticipated job posting close date:

05/06/2024

Location:

Logan Regional Hospital

Work City:

Logan

Work State:

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$18.29 - $24.84

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 packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers, and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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.