Compassionate Phlebotomist — Blood Draw & Patient Care Pro

Louisville Metro Government; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisville Metro Government seeks a Phlebotomist to collect blood specimens for laboratory testing and diagnostic support. The role involves performing venipuncture with standard equipment, ensuring correct patient identification, and maintaining accurate specimen labeling and records.

Responsibilities include explaining procedures to patients, alleviating fears, and adhering to Universal Precautions. Requires phlebotomy training and certification or eligibility, or one year of relevant work

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completed phlebotomy training in a licensed program and ASCP certificate or eligibility if no experience.
• Alternative: one year of work experience as a clinical lab phlebotomist.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine venipuncture using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, capillary draws and butterfly needles.
• Obtain correct identifications and accurate patient information for lab records.
• Explain procedures, calm patients, and obtain cooperation.
• Record patient information on specimens and label accurately.
• Process patient ID labels for lab reports.
• Prepare and ship specimens to reference laboratories with proper labeling and handling.
• Adhere to Universal Precautions and safety policies.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy training with ASCP certificate or eligible

Job description

Louisville Metro Government seeks a Phlebotomist to collect blood specimens for laboratory testing and diagnostic support. The role involves performing venipuncture with standard equipment, ensuring correct patient identification, and maintaining accurate specimen labeling and records.

Responsibilities include explaining procedures to patients, alleviating fears, and adhering to Universal Precautions. Requires phlebotomy training and certification or eligibility, or one year of relevant work