The US Oncology Network
The US Oncology Network is hiring: Phlebotomist in Longmont
The US Oncology Network, Longmont, CO, US, 80502
Join the Phlebotomist role at The US Oncology Network in Longmont, CO.
Overview
Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, Colorado's largest and most comprehensive provider of cancer care, offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced full‑time Phlebotomist.
Salary Range: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour. Pay is based on education, experience, certification, and other factors.
Benefits include health, dental, and vision plans; wellness program; health savings account; flexible spending accounts; 401(k) retirement plan; life insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability insurance; Employee Assistance Program; PTO, holiday pay; tuition reimbursement; and employee paid critical illness and accident insurance.
Responsibilities
Performs phlebotomy and collects appropriate specimens from patients as ordered.
Assures pre‑authorizations and completes appropriate consent (ABN) prior to collection of limited coverage tests.
Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, equipment records, and checklists.
Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures all supplies are viable before use for patient collection.
Sends specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house.
Processes incoming orders for lab testing.
Processes in‑house and incoming reports.
Updates and files all daily paperwork, lab logs, and maintenance logs.
Properly identifies and bands patients for blood product transfusion; processes properly labeled specimens according to local bloodbank policy.
Operates designated laboratory equipment as directed.
Uses equipment effectively, skillfully, and efficiently; maintains equipment and work area as directed; performs waived lab testing under CLIA guidelines for personnel.
Records proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrators, and reagents for waived lab tests.
Complies with regulatory agency standards; adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures.
Properly disposes of hazardous materials.
Maintains a clean working environment and restocks the phlebotomy and laboratory area as needed.
Maintains confidentiality of all information related to patients and medical staff.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications: 2 years of experience; high school diploma or equivalent; licensure from an accredited school of phlebotomy is recommended.
Physical Demands
Full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye‑hand coordination. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods, use of hands to finger, handle, or feel; arms to reach or carry. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision, color perception, hearing to normal range, and legible handwriting.
Work Environment
Regular exposure to direct contact with patients and potential exposure to blood/body fluids, chemotherapeutic agents, or transmissible infections. Exposure to corrosive chemicals, infectious agents, handling glassware, and needles. All candidates required to pass a background check and non‑federal drug test (excludes marijuana) post offer of employment and prior to hire. Vaccination against influenza required upon commencing employment, with accommodations considered case‑by‑case.
This posting remains open until we have identified an adequate applicant pool. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.
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