Phlebotomist I

Billings Clinic•Billings, MT

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist I collects and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis, including obtaining blood samples through venipuncture and capillary collection while minimizing patient discomfort. The role provides age-appropriate care to patients from infancy through geriatrics and follows laboratory procedures to maintain specimen integrity. The position also supports positive patient and client relations, protects confidential information, and complies with laboratory policies and regulations. The role is full-time at Billings Clinic Hospital, with varying shifts and 80 hours per pay period. On-the-job training is available. The position may be eligible for a sign-on incentive. Starting wage is $17.00–$21.25.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age.
BLS certification must be completed within 180 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Completion of phlebotomy certification coursework or prior phlebotomy experience; not required, and on-the-job training is available.
Courses in mathematics and science.

Responsibilities

Collect and prepare patient specimens, including blood, urine, sputum, and cultures.
Coordinate specimen collection with physicians or nursing staff when draws involve central lines, Groshong catheters, or IV-assisted procedures.
Follow patient and specimen identification procedures, identify noncompliance, and take steps to correct it.
Use computerized systems to enter laboratory orders and patient charges, generate reports, answer inquiries, and resolve problems.
Coordinate with physicians, nursing staff, and other health care providers to clarify orders, available tests, turnaround times, and special procedures.
Refer questions about tests and other aspects of care to the appropriate health care provider.
Give patients instructions for collecting specimens at home; coordinate with patients and physicians about collection errors and initiate follow-up to correct them.
Provide backup laboratory support on days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and as needed, including answering phones, entering requisitions, routing orders, and preparing specimens for testing.
Maintain adequate supplies and a neat, orderly, and clean work area.
Identify professional development needs, set goals, and meet organizational and departmental requirements.
Model behaviors consistent with Billings Clinic’s mission, vision, values, code of business conduct, and service expectations.
Maintain competency in applicable organizational, departmental, and outside-agency standards related to the environment, employee and patient safety, and job performance.
Perform other duties as assigned or needed to meet department or organizational needs.