Technician: Phlebotomist (Full-time)
Phlebotomist
Department: Laboratory
Status: Full-Time | 1.0 FTE (40 hours/week)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Pagosa Springs Medical Center – Pagosa Springs, Colorado
Position Highlight
Play a vital role in patient care by providing skilled specimen collection services and supporting laboratory operations that help drive timely diagnosis and treatment.
Position Summary
Pagosa Springs Medical Center (PSMC) is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Phlebotomist to join our Laboratory team.
This position is responsible for performing blood collections and specimen procurement services for patients across all age groups while supporting laboratory operations through specimen processing, waived-complexity testing, quality control activities, and laboratory support functions. The Phlebotomist works closely with patients, providers, nursing staff, and laboratory personnel to ensure accurate specimen collection, processing, and testing.
The ideal candidate is patient-focused, highly organized, and committed to providing excellent customer service while maintaining specimen integrity and laboratory quality standards.
Schedule Highlights
- Full-time position (40 hours/week)
- Schedule may include:
- Days
- Evenings
- Weekends
- Holidays
- Rotating shifts may be required based on department needs
Key Responsibilities
Phlebotomy & Specimen Collection
- Perform venipuncture and specimen collection using appropriate collection techniques
- Verify patient identity using approved patient identifiers
- Review laboratory orders to ensure appropriate specimen collection
- Maintain specimen integrity through proper handling, labeling, accessioning, and transport
- Collect specimens from patients across all age groups, including:
- Neonate
- Pediatric
- Adolescent
- Adult
- Geriatric
Laboratory Operations
- Process patient specimens for testing
- Evaluate specimen quality and integrity
- Follow specimen rejection criteria when appropriate
- Process reference laboratory testing requests
- Assist with laboratory workflow and specimen management
- Respond promptly to STAT testing requests
Quality & Compliance
- Perform and document required quality control activities
- Participate in proficiency testing and competency programs
- Follow CLIA, COLA, laboratory, and organizational standards
- Support quality improvement initiatives within the laboratory
- Maintain accurate laboratory documentation
Patient Care & Customer Service
- Educate patients regarding specimen collection procedures
- Communicate effectively with patients, providers, and staff
- Provide compassionate, professional care during specimen collection
- Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
Laboratory Support
- Restock phlebotomy supplies and collection areas
- Assist with inventory management and supply monitoring
- Support laboratory record management and report distribution
- Assist with departmental administrative and clerical functions as needed
- Participate in ongoing laboratory training and competency activities