Phlebotomist

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Phlebotomist, you will primarily be responsible for the accurate collection and processing of blood samples and other specimens as defined by the site. Every day, you will provide a high level of customer service, addressing lab inquiries, clarifying test requirements, and providing other essential laboratory information. Your meticulous sample collection and professional patient interactions will be crucial to efficient lab operations and quality patient care. To be successful, you will demonstrate exceptional technical skill in phlebotomy, a strong commitment to accuracy and patient comfort, and excellent interpersonal skills for effective customer service.

 

• Performs venous, capillary, urine drug screen, swab collection, or other specimen collection as defined by site.
• Ensures quality collection of specimens, including appropriate sample container, sample volume, collection priority, and sample identification.
• Receives specimens, assesses priority, assures appropriate specimen identification and appropriate specimen type.
• Centrifuges, aliquots, and distributes samples to appropriate testing area.
• Prepares samples for offsite testing to include assessing appropriate sample type, container, and temperature.
• Responsible for accurate and timely result reporting, including communication and documentation of critical results.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• BLS-CPR within 90 days
• Excellent customer service and time management skills

Preferred

• Phlebotomy certificate

• 3 months phlebotomy in an acute care facility

   

Where You’ll Work

Penrose-St. Francis Health Services is a full-service, 712-bed acute care provider in Colorado Springs comprising Penrose Hospital, St. Francis Hospital and St Francis Hospital - Interquest. St. Francis Hospital opened in 2008 to keep pace with the growing needs of the Colorado Springs' community on the north side of the city. St. Francis Hospital features 340-beds and offers a modern Birth Center, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Cancer Center, Emergency Department, Level III Trauma Center, Imaging Services, Acute Inpatient Rehab, Surgical Services and Critical Care Unit. It also serves as southern Colorado's home base for the Flight For Life Colorado air medical transport service. It's an incredible time to join us as we celebrate recognition with Magnet Hospital designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for superior quality in nursing care. With more than 300 days of annual sunshine, mild winters and easy-to-access recreational areas including Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and some of Colorado's top destination resorts, you will enjoy an incredible lifestyle while having the career you've always wanted.