Mobile Phlebotomist

Intermountain Health

4d • $19 - $26

About The Position

Mobile Phlebotomist is an experienced phlebotomists responsible for accurate collection and handling of patient laboratory specimens for diagnostic testing in Intermountain and non – Intermountain facilities and various non-medical settings according to established best practice that enhanced patient and caregiver engagement. The Mobile Phlebotomist is part of a group of Caregivers who travel to provide phlebotomy services to patients in settings such as contracted care facilities, patient homes, and health fair settings. They also serve as a member of the Outreach phlebotomy team within Intermountain facilities. This position is responsible to accurately and compassionately collect patient specimens for diagnostic testing while working in a professional, medical environment. They communicate closely and frequently with other members of the team, checking in throughout the day. Caregivers in this role will gain valuable experience and knowledge to help prepare them for workplace and career advancement. Essential Functions The Mobile Phlebotomist performs specimen collection using many different techniques such as venipuncture, capillary puncture, PIVO, and throat swab collections. These caregivers collect specimens from patients of varying acuities by traveling to settings such as contracted care facilities, patient homes, and health fair settings. They are at the forefront of patient care and adhere to and enforce the standards for laboratory compliance and safety regulations. Safely travel to contracted facilities and/or patient homes to perform collections and are highly skilled competent caregivers as they operate independently with little or no on-site support for difficult collections. 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: Maintaining accurate patient logs Monitoring patient scheduling systems Patient and client registrations Accurate and timely record keeping (e.g. patient records, mileage for reimbursement) Training and mentoring new staff Specimen Processing Participation in special projects Quality Assurance Processes Waived Testing Technical Writing Downtime Planning Continuous Improvement 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. Perform advanced collection and troubleshooting techniques such as bilateral nares or non-standard kit collection.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent in compliance with CLIA regulation, required.
• BLS
• Current driver’s license, insured and reliable transportation, and an acceptable driving record, required.
• Communicate with the phlebotomy team on a personal mobile device.
• Communication
• Patient Care
• Phlebotomy
• Laboratory Operations
• Regulatory Requirements
• Computer Literacy
• Teamwork
• Work Independently
• Complex Problem Solving
• Training and Mentoring
• Clinical Staffing
• Ability to work under pressure
• Self-motivated
• Work Independently
• Time management

Nice To Haves

• One year of Intermountain Laboratory Services phlebotomy experience, phlebotomy training or certification as approved by manager/supervisor, Preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Mobile Phlebotomist performs specimen collection using many different techniques such as venipuncture, capillary puncture, PIVO, and throat swab collections.
• Safely travel to contracted facilities and/or patient homes to perform collections and are highly skilled competent caregivers as they operate independently with little or no on-site support for difficult collections.
• Adherence to personal protective requirements in inpatient and/or outpatient settings, including but not limited to gowns, gloves, lab coats, face shields, and masks.
• Maintain accurate patient logs
• Monitoring patient scheduling systems
• Patient and client registrations
• Accurate and timely record keeping (e.g. patient records, mileage for reimbursement)
• Training and mentoring new staff
• Specimen Processing
• Participation in special projects
• Quality Assurance Processes
• Waived Testing
• Technical Writing
• Downtime Planning
• Continuous Improvement Projects
• Ability to take on-call shifts and participate in holiday rotations, according to department or facility needs.
• Perform advanced collection and troubleshooting techniques such as bilateral nares or non-standard kit collection.

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.
• Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.
• Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees