Phlebotomist

Job Summary

Collects and processes clinical laboratory specimens of the patient population.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists in delivery of physicians' reports via phone and electronic distribution in a timely manner.
• Performs venipuncture on patients of all age groups and other specimen collection using proper therapeutic skills and according to procedures.
• Maintains work area and supplies according to protocol between patients and end of shift.
• Maintains laboratory information system. Monitors error logs.
• Obtains diagnosis and patient demographics to ensure proper billing.
• Receives samples into the laboratory, orders, and accessions.
• Responsible for reference lab orders and results.
• May perform waived laboratory testing on-site and reports results according to government standards.
• Assists with specimen processing and pre-analytical testing functions.
• Provides training to students and other personnel populations.
  
  

Qualifications

• None required upon hire
• No experience required
• CPT - Certified Phlebotomy Technician from National Heathcareer Association (NHA) preferred OR
• PBT - Certified Phlebotomy Technician through the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) preferred OR
• RPT - Phlebotomy Technician certification through American Medical Technologists (AMT) preferred AND
• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position
  
  

Skills and Attributes

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Lifting 0-25 lbs: Frequently
• Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely
• Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying 0-25 lbs: Frequently
• Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Frequently
• Climbing: Occasionally
• Bending/Stooping: Frequently
• Kneeling: Occasionally
• Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
• Reaching: Frequently
• Talking: Frequently
• Hearing: Frequently
• Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
• Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
• Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
• Running: Occasionally
• Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
• Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently
  
  

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.