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The Phlebotomist I is responsible to accurately collect 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.

Posting Specifics

• Department: Laboratory Phlebotomy, McKay-Dee Hospital
• Benefits Eligible: Yes (Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance, 401(K), education assistance, + many more)
• Entry Rate: $17.50/hour + depending on experience
• Shift Details: Full-time, 40 hours/week

Job Details

The Phlebotomist I 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.

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:

• Specimen Processing
• Participation in special projects
• Participation in CODE response teams
• Training and mentoring new staff
• Other laboratory responsibilities as required by site or assigned by the team or department leader.
• Patient registration

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 have the ability to manage stressful situations in a professional manner.

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic Life Support certification (BLS)/RQI for healthcare providers.
• Ability to take on-call shifts, according to department needs.
• Must be flexible to work in 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

• Certificate of completion from phlebotomy school or program
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Six months of phlebotomy experience OR Phlebotomy training as approved by Manager/Supervisor.
• Basic computer skills.
• High School diploma or equivalent in compliance with CLIA regulations.
• Willingness to work in a team environment under stressful situations.

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements

• Walk while transporting phlebotomy equipment cart.
• Remain standing for long periods of time to perform work.
• Interact with patients, patients' family, patient care providers, and others requiring the employee to verbally communicate information, as well as understand spoken information.
• Adjust body, including bending, to perform phlebotomy work.
• See and read lab equipment, labels, monitors, and documents.
• Operate computers and complex and delicate lab equipment with precision and accuracy requiring the ability to move fingers and hands.

Location:

McKay-Dee Hospital

Work City:

Ogden

Work State:

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

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

$17.50 - $22.75

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