Phlebotomist and Abstinence Monitor

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine | Department of Psychiatry | Addiction Research & Treatment Services (ARTS) | Adult Outpatient Program

Job Summary:

This position accurately collects and handles appropriate patient biological samples for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease in support of AOP's clinical and medical operations. The position is also responsible for collecting urinalysis specimens from patients (observation of same-sex urine specimen provision), as well as conducting breathalyzer testing of patients and recording the results. This position requires working at all three of the ARTS locations, on a rotating schedule throughout the week.

Standard working hours are Monday through Friday, 5:00 am to 1:30 pm. This position may work periodically on some Saturdays from 5:00 am to 10:00 am, based on the need of the agency, not to exceed 40 hours per week.

• Procure blood from patients by venipuncture, finger‑stick, heel‑stick, or other appropriate techniques to obtain blood samples for analysis, perform phlebotomy‑related functions according to guidelines established by applicable regulatory agencies.
• Accurately label, process, and deliver specimens for testing and/or analysis.
• Adhere to universally accepted standards in ensuring the cleanliness of work area and appropriately maintain supplies and equipment. Perform inventory and general maintenance as required.
• Perform clerical tasks at AOP clinics as necessary or assigned, including data entry.
• Ensure patient is correctly identified through the patient health record system and resolves errors or questionable orders in a timely manner.
• Maintain knowledge of proper procedure for the collection, processing, and shipping of blood and/or other biological samples.
• Ensure strict adherence to all applicable federal and state compliance regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Records test results accurately in patient's health records and continuously maintains accurate and up‑to‑date patient records and/or notes as required by policy.
• Accurately gather and/or report patient data for statistical, accreditation/licensing/certification, or other reasons as required for the clinical/medical operations of the clinic.
• Periodically perform Front desk/Reception duties, including but not limited to providing in‑person and telephone reception, providing information on program services, administer confidential patient records and information, as well as other general clinic front desk duties.
• Other duties as assigned by Program Director of MAT and Nurse Programs.

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and will be located in Denver, Arvada, and/or Aurora, CO.

This position at the University of Colorado/ Addiction Research and Treatment Services (ARTS) provides a unique opportunity for individuals with lived experience and recovery from SUDs to use, in turn, their specialized knowledge and experience to provide care, assistance and support of individuals currently living with SUD. The individual in this position, through their words and actions, will have a direct influence on helping others with SUD to set themselves on a path to recovery and make healthy lifestyle choices.

In addition, by joining ARTS, employees will be actively engaged in a supportive, professional, and nurturing environment where individuals with various backgrounds and experiences converge and collaborate to provide an evidence‑based, multi‑faceted approach to provide the best treatment and care to every patient who comes into care at ARTS clinics.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical:
  Multiple plan options
• Dental:
  Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance:
  Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan:
  Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off:
  Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition…