Phlebotomist SJHC Walk-in Lab

Overview As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA. Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes. Responsibilities Obtain blood specimens by established venipuncture and capillary techniques. Obtain specimens using cheek swab technique. Label samples, send specimens to the laboratory for analysis, and complete essential records. Maintain record of tests performed and samples taken. Enter and retrieve computer data. Deliver samples to off‑site draw locations and laboratories. May perform special tests such as clotting time, bleeding time, and glucose tolerance test. May check client picture identification and obtain photographs and fingerprints. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit. Knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual. Required Qualifications One Of The Following Six (6) months of phlebotomy experience. Phlebotomy Technician certification. Physical Requirements Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation. This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving patients or objects such as medical equipment while providing patient care. Working Conditions and Physical Demands Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking. #J-18808-Ljbffr