Phlebotomist Job at Owensboro Health, Owensboro, KY

  • Owensboro Health
  • Owensboro, KY

Job Description

Laboratory Technician

Collects and processes clinical laboratory specimens of the patient population.

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.

Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.

Works under general supervision.

Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Applies more advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization.

No experience required upon hire.

High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher preferred.

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

Supports Owensboro Health's Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description.

The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: (Clinical-Office/Clinic)

Standing: Frequently

Walking: Frequently

Sitting: Occasionally

Lifting 0-25 lbs.: Rarely

Lifting 25-75 lbs.: Rarely

Lifting over 75 lbs.: Rarely

Carrying 0-25 lbs.: Rarely

Carrying 25-75 lbs.: Rarely

Carrying over 75 lbs.: Rarely

Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs.: Frequently

Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs.: Occasionally

Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.: Occasionally

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: Rarely

Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently

Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently

Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently

Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently

Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure:

Risk Level: Low-Risk

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.

Job Tags

Work at office, Shift work

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