Phlebotomist

Talentify; La Grange (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Kentucky is seeking a Phlebotomist to obtain specimen samples by venous, capillary or finger sticks and to verify patient identity. The phlebotomist must explain the sampling process to the patient and maintain specimen integrity using aseptic techniques according to department procedures.

Responsibilities include processing reference laboratory specimens, completing orders accurately, billing proper patient accounts, and assisting with manual laboratory reports while

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy experience or successful completion of Phlebotomy training in an accredited Phlebotomy program preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Obtain specimen samples from patients via venous, capillary or finger sticks and verify patient identity.
• Explain sampling process to patients and ensure proper identification prior to collection.
• Maintain specimen integrity using aseptic techniques and follow department procedures.
• Process reference laboratory specimens and complete orders accurately.
• Assist with billing of patient accounts and processing manual laboratory reports.
• Support other duties within the laboratory department as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary

Job Description:

The phlebotomist is responsible for obtaining specimen patients via venous, capillary or finger sticks. The phlebotomist verifies patient identification and explains sampling process to the patient. The phlebotomist verifies patient identification prior to collection. Additionally, the phlebotomist maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic techniques, following department or special procedures. The phlebotomist is responsible for processing reference laboratory specimens, completing orders accurately, billing proper patient accounts, processing manual laboratory reports and assisting in any additional duties within the department.

Requirements:

Phlebotomy experience or successful completion of Phlebotomy training in an accredited Phlebotomy program preferred.

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Basic Cardiac Life Support required within 90 days.

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.