Phlebotomist, UofL Hospital, Lab, 11a-7:30p

UofL Health•Louisville, KY

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Phlebotomist at UofL Hospital is responsible for collecting and processing blood and other specimens, completing related clerical and computer documentation, and supporting the hospital and laboratory’s infection control and safety policies. The role requires sound judgment, attention to detail, technical competence, critical thinking, and effective interpersonal skills. The Phlebotomist practices AIDET, communicates courteously and professionally with patients, visitors, co-workers, and medical staff, and protects patient confidentiality. The employee may provide clinical laboratory services to adult, geriatric, adolescent, newborn, and neonatal patients, and occasionally pediatric patients. This position works at UofL Hospital, 530 South Jackson Street, Louisville, Kentucky. The listed shift is 11:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. The role also contributes to the efficient operation of the laboratory, participates in continuing education, supports training and improvement efforts, and performs other duties as assigned by laboratory leadership.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
CPR certification.
Excellent customer service skills.
Strong organizational, computer, and communication skills.
Extreme attention to detail and a strong ability to prioritize work duties.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to think critically through complex patient situations and process improvements.
Commitment to confidentiality, safety standards, teamwork, and professional conduct.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a certified phlebotomy program.
Completion of a phlebotomy externship through a certified phlebotomy program or one year of phlebotomy experience.
Phlebotomy certification.
Experience with Cerner EHR.

Responsibilities

Perform phlebotomy procedures accurately and within established turnaround times.
Recognize abnormal or unexpected situations and investigate them before delivering specimens to the testing area.
Transport specimens to the laboratory in a timely manner.
Answer phone calls and provide information courteously and professionally.
Monitor specimen integrity and process specimens properly and promptly.
Ensure documentation for medical necessity.
Follow safety standards established by the laboratory, hospital, and regulatory agencies.
Contribute to the efficient operation of the laboratory and participate in continuing education programs.
Practice AIDET and interact professionally with patients, visitors, co-workers, and medical staff.
Identify and report safety hazards or concerns and suggest improvements to policies and procedures.
Teach and train other staff and potential employees, and assist in developing training guides and standard work documents.
Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures, standards of conduct, and HIPAA privacy and security requirements.
Maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive data.
Collaborate with and support team members, demonstrating customer service and professionalism.
Perform other duties as assigned.