Phlebotomist

Owensboro Health; Kentucky; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking dedicated individuals to join their laboratory team. This role involves collecting and processing clinical laboratory specimens, ensuring the utmost care and accuracy. The ideal candidate will demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. With a commitment to integrity and excellence, you will play a vital role in supporting patient care and contributing to a collaborative team atmosphere. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and teamwork, and make a meaningful impact in the healthcare community.

Qualifications

• No experience required upon hire.
• Basic Life Support certification required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering physicians' reports promptly.
• Perform venipuncture and specimen collection procedures.
• Maintain work area and supplies according to protocol.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Ability to work in stressful environments

Education

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred certifications: CPT, PBT, RPT

Job description

Facility

Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital

Department

Laboratory

Schedule

Shift PRN (As needed) - Evenings

Job Summary

Collects and processes clinical laboratory specimens of the patient population.

Job Responsibilities

1. Assist in delivering physicians' reports via phone and electronic distribution promptly.
2. Perform venipuncture on patients of all ages and other specimen collection procedures using proper techniques and following protocols.
3. Maintain work area and supplies according to protocol between patients and at shift end.
4. Maintain laboratory information system and monitor error logs.
5. Obtain diagnosis and patient demographics to ensure proper billing.
6. Receive samples, and manage orders and accessions.
7. Handle reference lab orders and results.
8. Perform waived laboratory testing on-site and report results according to standards.
9. Assist with specimen processing and pre-analytical testing functions.
10. Provide training to students and other personnel.

Qualifications

• None required upon hire
• No experience required
• Preferred certifications: CPT, PBT, RPT (or equivalent)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of employment

Skills and Attributes

• Critical thinking and decisive judgment skills
• Ability to work effectively in stressful environments

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, talking, hearing, repetitive hand/arm movements, and keyboard data entry
• Occasional sitting, bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, running
• Lifting, carrying, and pushing/pulling various weights, with specific frequencies
• Visual acuity requirements for depth perception, color distinction, and seeing at various distances

Core Commitments

Integrity: Conduct ourselves responsibly, reliably, and honestly.

Respect: Value the talents and contributions of all community members.

Teamwork: Foster connectivity and collaboration to overcome obstacles and achieve goals.

Innovation: Promote original ideas and creative solutions.

Service: Anticipate and meet the needs of patients, customers, and team members.

Excellence: Strive beyond expectations to produce outstanding work and service.

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