Phlebotomist
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Grand River Health Main Campus
Rifle, CO, US
Summary
The phlebotomist is responsible for accurate specimen collection, including venipuncture and finger sticks, while maintaining quality and safety standards. They also perform clerical duties, process laboratory samples, and provide support for patient identity verification and transport.
Job Description
Phlebotomist - PRN
PRN
Grand River Health | Rifle, CO
At Grand River, we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect, friendliness, and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.
What You'll Do
We're looking for a compassionate and detail-oriented Phlebotomist who is committed to delivering exceptional patient care through accurate specimen collection and laboratory support.
- Collect blood and other patient specimens using a variety of collection techniques, including venipuncture and finger sticks.
- Verify patient identity and prepare specimens for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Perform drug screenings and breath alcohol testing.
- Process and prepare specimens for transport while maintaining quality and safety standards.
- Answer multiline phones and respond to email and fax inquiries.
- Process department mail and complete other clerical duties as needed.
- Participate in on-call rotation and provide carrier services when required.
- Maintain accurate documentation and perform other duties as assigned.
- Performs a variety of tasks and other duties as assigned
Who We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is dependable, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and enjoys balancing hands-on patient interactions with clerical and operational responsibilities.
- Certification as a Phlebotomist preferred.
- American Heart Association BLS certification required within 3 months of hire and maintained throughout employment.
- 0 to 2 years of phlebotomy experience or equivalent preferred.
- Knowledge of phlebotomy practices, patient safety, specimen collection, and laboratory procedures.
- Strong problem-solving, organization, and quality assurance skills.
- Ability to work independently and remain calm in emergency situations.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with patients, providers, and coworkers.
- Proficiency in English, both written and verbal.
- Experience with arterial blood collection and general specimen collection preferred.
- Ability to become proficient within six months in Microsoft Office and applicable hospital systems, including Meditech, Kronos, HealthStream, Mayo, Carescripts, Allscripts, and Galactica.
What We Offer
Our total rewards package includes
- Pay Range: $20.43 - $27.55/hour (based on experience)
- Shift Differentials: $2–$4/hour for nights and weekends, and other incentive pay available.
- PRN Differential: 10% differential in addition to base rate salary
- Perks: Flexible scheduling, employee assistance program, access to outdoor recreation, and more!
Grand River Health includes our main hospital campus and our long term care center in Rifle, Colorado. We are also proud to offer services at our satellite clinic in Battlement Mesa, Colorado.
The Western Slope of Colorado offers year round recreation with everything the outdoor enthusiast can imagine- all in a picturesque location on the Western Slope of Colorado. Big game hunting, fishing, golf, water sports, world-renowned rock and ice climbing, hiking, biking, snowmobiling and 4-wheeling: It’s all here for you. For those who enjoy the ski slopes- take in the world-class mountains of the Vail and Aspen valleys; just an hour East.
When it comes to caring for the well-being of our community, we at Grand River Health are always striving to improve as the lifelong partner in health for the residents of Rifle and its surrounding communities. We are very pleased to have received a 5-Star rating for our care center and a 4-Star rating for the hospital from Centers for Medicaid and Medicare (CMS).
This keeps Grand River Health in the top 21% of hospitals in the nation and in the top 5% of long term care centers in the nation. In the spirit of continuous improvement we pursue a 5-Star rating for the hospital because we believe our community deserves only the best in their healthcare.
Grand River Health holds a strong belief that community health begins long before you ever see a physician. It is in what you eat, how you recreate, what resources are available to the community and how we, as a healthcare organization, support our community.
Founded
1961
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Government Agency
Headquarters
Rifle, CO
Grand River Health includes our main hospital campus and our long term care center in Rifle, Colorado. We are also proud to offer services at our satellite clinic in Battlement Mesa, Colorado.
The Western Slope of Colorado offers year round recreation with everything the outdoor enthusiast can imagine- all in a picturesque location on the Western Slope of Colorado. Big game hunting, fishing, golf, water sports, world-renowned rock and ice climbing, hiking, biking, snowmobiling and 4-wheeling: It’s all here for you. For those who enjoy the ski slopes- take in the world-class mountains of the Vail and Aspen valleys; just an hour East.
When it comes to caring for the well-being of our community, we at Grand River Health are always striving to improve as the lifelong partner in health for the residents of Rifle and its surrounding communities. We are very pleased to have received a 5-Star rating for our care center and a 4-Star rating for the hospital from Centers for Medicaid and Medicare (CMS).
This keeps Grand River Health in the top 21% of hospitals in the nation and in the top 5% of long term care centers in the nation. In the spirit of continuous improvement we pursue a 5-Star rating for the hospital because we believe our community deserves only the best in their healthcare.
Grand River Health holds a strong belief that community health begins long before you ever see a physician. It is in what you eat, how you recreate, what resources are available to the community and how we, as a healthcare organization, support our community.
Founded
1961
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Government Agency
Headquarters
Rifle, CO