Compassionate Phlebotomy Technician

Louisville Metro Government; Kentucky; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisville Metro Government is seeking a Phlebotomist to collect blood specimens and support laboratory procedures. You will perform venipuncture using standard equipment, identify and document patient information, and explain procedures to patients.

Proper labeling and processing of specimens, adherence to universal precautions, and cooperation with the lab team are essential. The role requires phlebotomy training with ASCP certification or eligibility, or one year of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
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• Must complete phlebotomy training and have an ASCP certificate or be eligible to take the exam.

Responsibilities

• Performs venipuncture using standard equipment (vacutainers, tourniquets, syringes, butterflies).
• Obtains correct patient identifications for lab records.
• Explains procedures, calms patients, and obtains cooperation.
• Records patient information on specimens and labels properly.
• Processes specimens (centrifuging, transfer to appropriate tubes).
• Adheres to Universal Precautions during duties.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient communication

Record keeping

Universal precautions

Specimen processing

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomy training certificate (ASCP) or eligible

Tools

Vacutainer tubes

Butterfly needles

Centrifuge

Job description

Louisville Metro Government is seeking a Phlebotomist to collect blood specimens and support laboratory procedures. You will perform venipuncture using standard equipment, identify and document patient information, and explain procedures to patients.

Proper labeling and processing of specimens, adherence to universal precautions, and cooperation with the lab team are essential. The role requires phlebotomy training with ASCP certification or eligibility, or one year of related experience.