Phlebotomist I

Phlebotomist I
Location: KY1019 - USA - KY - Louisville - 2301 Terra Crossing Boulevard
Duration- 4 months
Shift Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, Monday-Friday.

Job Summary
The main function of a Phlebotomist is to assist in performing various assigned duties, troubleshooting, training, and making workflow recommendations.
Position Responsibilities

• Perform blood draws, label specimens, centrifuge specimens, record maintenance data and decontamination, update patient information, and perform other assigned duties.
• Collect and store specimens according to established procedures.
• Clearly and courteously explain the venipuncture (blood drawing) process and other specimen collection procedures, such as urine or fecal collection, as required.
• Demonstrate techniques using straight needles and/or butterfly needles.
• Fully understand physicians' orders.
• Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
• Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required by test order.
• Check all test requisitions or computer labels against the script to ensure 100% accuracy.
• Package specimens for transport.
• Store specimen samples according to required temperature.
• Place samples in the appropriate collection container/tube.
• Accurately label specimens and follow procedures specific to the required protocol for transport to maintain specimen integrity.
• Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations.
• Attend annual department trainings.
• Answer telephone calls and read laboratory results to satisfy inquiries.

• Valid Phlebotomy certification for the state where you will be employed, as required in some states.
• Minimum of 6 months of work experience performing venipunctures in a fast-paced lab or hospital setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 0-2 years of experience.

• Daily Draw Volume: 20-30 draws.
• Work Environment: Collect specimens from pediatric to geriatric patients.
• Location Type: IOP location.
• Specialty: Must be able to draw all ages.
• Work Arrangement: Will be working as part of a team.
• Training: 1st week.

1. Draw blood specimens and register patients.
2. At least 6 months of diagnostic phlebotomy experience.
3. Maintain accurate patient/specimen logs.
4. Comfortable working as a team and as an individual.
5. Good communication skills.

1. Patient-centered care skills.
2. Diagnostic background.

Interview Process
Individual Interview - Onsite