Phlebotomist Certified

Ohio County Healthcare; Hartford (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio County Healthcare is seeking a Phlebotomist Certified to perform venipuncture and specimen collection in a hospital/clinical setting in Hartford, KY. The role includes handling urine and blood drug screens with chain of custody, and coordinating with the Lab Director to ensure quality control.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and phlebotomy certification. Prior phlebotomy and DOT collections experience are preferred, with strong computer and documentation skills essential

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy experience in hospital or clinical settings preferred.
• Certification in phlebotomy not required but strongly advantageous.
• Ability to perform diverse blood collection procedures and urine drug screens.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy on patients across all ages.
• Collect urine and blood drug screens and maintain chain of custody.
• Maintain accuracy in specimen labeling, handling and data entry.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

Blood draws

Urine drug screens

DOT collections

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: OCH MOB/Quick Care - Hartford, KY 42347
• Position Type: Full Time
• Job Shift: Days, including Holidays & Weekends
• POSITION TITLE: 184 - Phlebotomist Certified
• LOCATION: Hospital Setting and/or Clinical
• REPORTS TO: Director of Ancillary Services
• REVISION DATE: 5/1/2026

Qualifications

Education

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required for all positions (may be allowed to sign a GED agreement to obtain within 6 months).

REQUIRED: see above

PREFERRED:

Experience

REQUIRED: N/A

PREFERRED:

Preferred phlebotomy experience 1-2 years in all areas (geriatric, pediatric, neonate, routine heel sticks, finger sticks).

Preferred collection of urine/blood drug screens – chain of custody.

Prefer certification in DOT collections.

Other Requirements or Licensure

Certification in phlebotomy.

BLS certification or obtains within six months of hire strongly recommended

Job Description

The job description reflects the general details considered necessary to fulfill the essential job functions and shall not be construed as all-inclusive of this position. Other specific job-related knowledge and skills may be required. All employees subject to an annual performance evaluation based on the duties and responsibilities of this position.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

Usual working space is a well-ventilated area. Requires standing, walking, turning, bending, stooping, and lifting. Clear speech to communicate effectively with customers (e.g. patients, families, and other team members). Fine and gross motor skills. Environment may be stressful at times, therefore ability to work under stressful conditions is necessary. Lifting up to 50 lbs may be required, anything over 50 lbs should a team lift or with the use of a lifting aid. Also subject to bloodborne pathogens at all times in patient care. May have occasional exposure to radiation during radiology procedures and to dangerous chemicals (cleaning and disinfecting agents).

Compliance and Regulatory Expectations

• OCH Code of Conduct
• OCH Policies and Procedures
• Scope of Practice within License/Certification.
• HIPAA and HIPAA Security Confidentiality Standards
• Workplace Safety
• Mandatory Training
• Annual Compliance Education

Essential Job Functions & Key Responsibilities

• Phlebotomy experience in all areas (geriatric, pediatric, neonate, routine, heel sticks, finger sticks); certification preferred.
• Required to collect urine and blood drug screens and perform proper chain of custody.
• Prefer certification in DOT collections. Computer skills are required.
• Responsible for daily routine duties in lab as outlined below.
• Must be flexible for scheduling purposes.
• Responsible for assuring that services are provided in a manner that is consistent with Ohio County Hospital policies and procedures and purpose, vision, and values.
• Must be neat, clean, and professional in appearance.
• Exhibit positive human relations.
• Must follow the laboratory’s procedures for specimen collection, handling, processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Will perform only those waived tests that are approved by Lab Director and commensurate with the person’s education, training or experience and technical abilities.
• Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control policies and document all quality control activities performed.
• Must be capable of identifying problems with specimen collection that may adversely affect test results, and either must correct the problem immediately or notify supervisor of problem before proceeding with specimen processing.
• Must maintain a safe work environment.
• Maintain specimen collection area and equipment and collection trays in a clean orderly manner.
• Contributes to the efficient operations of the laboratory.
• Required to travel offsite to collect lab specimens on occasion.
• Responsible for data entry of specimens into the hospital computer system.
• May be requested to be member of QI team.
• Frequently accesses email to stay up to date on information within the organization and provides a way of communication between staff members.
• Performs all procedures according to established policies and procedures of OCH and adheres to Legal Compliance policies and other regulatory issues.