Phlebotomist-Mobile

Intermountain Health

3d • $20 - $26 • Hybrid

About The Position

Mobile Phlebotomist is an experienced phlebotomist 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.

Requirements

• BLS Required
• High School Diploma or equivalent in compliance with CLIA regulation, required.
• Current driver’s license, insured and reliable transportation, and an acceptable driving record, required.
• Communicate with the phlebotomy team on a personal mobile device.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to navigate multiple computer systems.
• Ability to work well as a member of a team.
• Ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Resilient and able to 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collection using many different techniques such as venipuncture, capillary puncture, PIVO, and throat swab collections.
• Collect specimens from patients of varying acuities by traveling to settings such as contracted care facilities, patient homes, and health fair settings.
• 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 operate independently with little or no on-site support for difficult collections.
• Adhere to personal protective requirements in inpatient and/or outpatient settings, including but not limited to gowns, gloves, lab coats, face shields, and masks.
• Communicate procedures and instructions with patients and family members and demonstrate empathy during every interaction.
• Maintain accurate patient logs.
• Monitor patient scheduling systems.
• Perform patient and client registrations.
• Maintain accurate and timely record keeping (e.g. patient records, mileage for reimbursement).
• Train and mentor new staff.
• Perform Specimen Processing.
• Participate in special projects.
• Engage in Quality Assurance Processes.
• Perform Waived Testing.
• Engage in Technical Writing.
• Participate in Downtime Planning.
• Engage in Continuous Improvement Projects.
• Perform other laboratory responsibilities as required by site or assigned by the team or department leader.
• Perform advanced collection and troubleshooting techniques such as bilateral nares or non-standard kit collection.
• Take on-call shifts and participate in holiday rotations, according to department or facility needs.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED