Phlebotomist

Ephraim McDowell Health • Danville, KY

53d

About The Position

Under moderate direction of the Center Manager, collects laboratory specimens by
venipuncture, capillary puncture, and arterial puncture for subsequent testing
and collects throat culture specimens. Performs additional basic laboratory
procedures under close direction of techs as proficiency is demonstrated and
documented. May hove to collect COVID-19 specimens or swabs at times. Other
specimens may also be collected by nasal or other forms of collections due to
any pandemic as necessary. Exhibit the F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness,
Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust).

WORKING CONDITIONS, HAZARDS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Works standard work week with overtime as necessary. Staffing may require
alteration to regularly scheduled shift. Moderate to heavy physical exertion.
Potential exposure to laboratory chemicals that may be toxic, caustic, or
flammable. Moderate stress level. Numerous phone calls and interruptions. The
task of this job involves exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissues. Must be
able to move or position 50 lbs. independently.

CONTACTS WITH OTHERS:

Frequent direct patient contact. Contact with physicians, visitors, family
members, Associates, and in outpatient area with Radiology and EKG Associates.

EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

Works with specimen collection devices including needles, syringes, and
vacutainers. Uses centrifuge and basic laboratory tools. Good patient
interaction skills.

Requirements

• Must be able to move or position 50 lbs. independently.
• Works with specimen collection devices including needles, syringes, and vacutainers.
• Uses centrifuge and basic laboratory tools.
• Good patient interaction skills.

Nice To Haves

• Computer skills
• Medical Terminology

Responsibilities

• collects laboratory specimens by venipuncture, capillary puncture, and arterial puncture for subsequent testing
• collects throat culture specimens
• Performs additional basic laboratory procedures under close direction of techs as proficiency is demonstrated and documented
• collect COVID-19 specimens or swabs at times
• collect other specimens by nasal or other forms of collections due to any pandemic as necessary

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed