Phlebotomist

Baptist-Health-System-Ky-&-i; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Baptist Health Lexington is seeking a part-time Phlebotomist for the first shift. The role involves collecting blood samples, accessioning specimens in the LIS, and delivering accurate results with a patient-centered approach.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and BLS certification, with strong attention to detail and excellent customer service. Join our lab team dedicated to compassionate, precise patient care.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy techniques including blood collection from various age groups.
• Excellent customer service and communication with patients and families.
• Strong attention to safety, accuracy, and infection control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood samples by venipuncture or capillary methods following safety protocols.
• Accurately accession specimens into the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Identify patients and specimens correctly from collection to result release.
• Investigate and respond to customer inquiries promptly and courteously.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Job description

SummaryJob Description:PhlebotomistPart -Time I First ShiftLaboratory Services I Lexington, KYBaptist Health Clinical Lab and Pathology Department, where science meets compassion and precision meets care. We are dedicated to ensuring that every test, every result, and every patient matters. We demonstrate this by providing state-of-the-art technology; an expert team of pathologists and technicians; comprehensive services; fast and reliable results; a patient-centered approach; and commitment to continuous improvement.Description:Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served by the laboratory.Assesses job functions and takes appropriate action when problems are detected.Identifies problems with specimens, test orders, registration and takes appropriate action.Identifies patients and specimens correctly from beginning of process to release of results.Accessions specimens into the Laboratory Information System, accurately recording pertinent data to be used by the physician in the interpretation of tests resultsCollect blood samples by appropriate method on premature babies to geriatric patients utilizing prescribed safety and infection control procedures to protect the patient and the phlebotomist.Investigates, documents and follows up on customers’ concerns, inquiries and provides prompt, polite customer service.Requirements:High School Diploma or equivalent.Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.Benefits:Health, Vision, Dental and Pet InsuranceLife InsuranceShort Term and Long-Term Disability and Life InsuranceIdentity Theft ProtectionTuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annuallyCompany paid Maternity and Paternity Leave5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hireBereavement Leave (includes pets)PTO Sell Back ProgramCompassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial supportRetirement with Company MatchIf you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.