Lab Assistant/Phlebotomy

divh2Laboratory Assistant II/h2pFunctions as part of a dynamic and engaging laboratory team in a professional setting. This caregiver is an experienced Laboratory Assistant who may act as a Team Lead or Trainer and serves as a resource to other caregivers, clinicians, and patients. The Laboratory Assistant II will be responsible for heading special projects, to include research, continuous improvement, and product evaluations. This position also orders, prepares, and delivers specimens to the appropriate department or testing facility. Caregivers in this role will gain valuable experience and knowledge to help prepare them for workplace and career advancement. The Laboratory Assistant II (LA II) is an experienced Lab Assistant, with advanced knowledge of specimen processing in the clinical and/or pathology areas of the lab./ppJob Specifics:/pulliPart Time (30 hours per week) - self schedule/lili2 weekends per month required can self schedule and pick up own shifts: those shifts include days(4-1230), Evenings(1230-2100) and Nights(2130-0600)/liliBenefits Eligible/li/ulpScope/pulliPerforms phlebotomy (venipuncture, fingerstick, heel stick) according to established procedures. Identifies patients using two patient identifiers. Labels specimens and specimen containers accurately./liliDetermines the correct priority for STAT, Routine, ASAP, etc. specimen collections. Collects and receives specimens into the laboratory utilizing computer protocols including processing, preparation, centrifugation, aliquot and routing of specimens, to include reference lab. Ensures the timely transport and processing of all patient specimens for testing./liliFiles patients lab reports, requisitions charges for the business office and sends reports to outside hospitals and clinics. Posts charges and reconciles invoices. Investigate complex bills, as needed. Research and resolve any questionable patient orders. Enter patient demographic data accurately. Maintains required lab records and logs, collects statistics for reports and other clerical duties as directed by manager./liliPerforms complex specimen set-up. Enters complex orders and results. Packs and ships infectious materials. Communicates any special situations related to specimens or testing with all appropriate staff and management./liliCleans and maintains equipment, centrifuges, and refrigerators. Records daily temperatures of all refrigerators in the phlebotomy areas. Orders supplies and maintains sufficient inventory to efficiently operate phlebotomy services. Assists in the training of new associates and students. Acts as a receptionist, greeting patients and answering phones within the laboratory. Performs patient registration and test ordering and specimen processing as appropriate./liliDocuments and communicates information thoroughly and accurately. Utilizes equipment according to departmental guidelines, maintaining all equipment as per guidelines. Ensures equipment and supplies are maintained in appropriate working order. Evaluates and utilizes inventory appropriately, assists with inventory control as needed./li/ulpMinimum Qualifications/pulliHigh School Diploma or equivalent is required./liliDemonstrated experience as a Lab Assistant within a healthcare system./li/ulpPreferred Qualifications/pulliExperience teaching concepts to others. Customer service experience./liliDemonstrated experience as a Lab Assistant within Intermountain Health./liliSix months of phlebotomy experience, phlebotomy training or national certification as approved by manager/supervisor. Preferred./li/ulp Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, documents, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs./pp Frequent interactions with providers, colleagues, customers, patients/clients and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, needs, and issues quickly and accurately./pp Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate supplies and equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use for typing, accessing needed information, etc./pp For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles./ppLocation: Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital/ppWork City: Wheat Ridge/ppWork State: Colorado/ppScheduled Weekly Hours: 30/ppThe hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience./pp$20.00 - $26.22/ppWe 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./ppIntermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status./p/div