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Intermountain Health is hiring: Phlebotomist in Billings

Intermountain Health, Billings, MT, United States, 59107

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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.

Job Description

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.

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.

Essential Functions

  • Phlebotomist I is responsible for accurately collecting patient specimens for diagnostic testing while working in a professional medical environment.
  • The Phlebotomist I perform specimen collection using many different techniques such as venipuncture, capillary puncture, PIVO, and throat swab collections.
  • Adherence to personal protective requirements in inpatient and/or outpatient settings.
  • Intermountain Caregivers in this role will communicate procedures and instructions with patients and family members and demonstrate empathy during every interaction.
  • 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.

Skills

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

Preferred Qualifications

  • 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.
  • Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients.
  • Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment.
  • May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location and Schedule

Intermountain Health St Vincent Regional Hospital, Billings, MT. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Pay Range

$18.00/hr - $24.00/hr

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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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