Phlebotomist II

Duration: 3 Months

Location: 1101 St Christopher Dr, Ste 250, Ashland, KY, USA, 41101

Schedule: Full-Time | 1st Shift | Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Candidate will be at an IOP location which is Family Medicine Center. Draw blood specimens from pediatric to geriatric age groups and uses system for registering patients. Will be responsible for keeping accurate patient manifest and remaining in compliance with the company. Will be working as part of a team of 2.

Note:

Employee will be receiving training on system.

The Phlebotomist will perform blood draws and specimen collection while supporting laboratory operations. The role also involves troubleshooting, maintaining accurate records, following established procedures, and assisting with workflow recommendations and training as needed.

• Perform venipuncture using straight needles and butterfly needles
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• Collect, label, process, centrifuge, split, freeze, and store specimens according to established procedures.
• Collect other specimens, including urine and fecal specimens, when required.
• Clearly and courteously explain the venipuncture and specimen collection process to patients.
• Match laboratory requisition forms with specimen tubes and verify physician orders.
• Compare test requisitions or computer-generated labels against the script to ensure accuracy.
• Package specimens appropriately for transportation.
• Maintain specimen integrity by following required storage temperatures and transportation protocols.
• Update patient information and maintain accurate laboratory records.
• Perform equipment decontamination and record maintenance data.
• Follow OSHA and DEP regulations and all applicable laboratory procedures.
• Attend required annual department training.
• Answer telephone calls and assist with laboratory-related inquiries, including reading laboratory results when appropriate.
• Travel between assigned locations as required for this float position.

• Minimum 6 months of venipuncture experience in a fast-paced laboratory or hospital setting.
• Valid Phlebotomy Certification
  , where required by the state of employment.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
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• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and travel between multiple assigned locations.
• Strong attention to detail and specimen identification accuracy.

• TB

* How many draws are required daily? 25-30 draws a day

* What is the work environment? Collect specimens from a pediatric to geriatric range of patients.

* If this is a patient service center, how big is the location? IOP location

* How long is the worker expected to stand?

* Are there any specialties? Must be able to draw all ages.

* Will this person work with a team or alone? Team

• How many weeks of training is required at the start of this role? 2 weeks training