Phlebotomist​/Certified Phlebotomist - Part Time

Phlebotomist / Certified Phlebotomist – Part Time – Jennie Stuart Health, Hopkinsville, KY

The Phlebotomist promotes excellent public relations for the department and maintains patient confidentiality while performing a variety of laboratory duties, including phlebotomy, drug screens, and sample processing.

• Maintain a positive morale and professional relationship with coworkers.
• Accept and profit from constructive criticism while using effective interpersonal skills with patients, families, staff, and visitors.
• Demonstrate behavior standards established by JSMC and Studer Group.
• Promote good public relations while maintaining confidentiality.
• Recognize how phlebotomy duties relate to overall laboratory and hospital function.
• Abide by hospital dress code and arrive promptly for the designated shift.
• Keep a clean and safe working environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to assess situations, consider alternatives, and choose appropriate action.
• Show confidence in learning new routines and methods.
• Assume responsibility for continuing education as required by certifying agency.
• Set priorities and obey policies regarding patient care and biohazard procedures.
• Perform duties independently with little or no direct supervision.
• Practice safety by using PPE (lab jackets, gloves, etc.) and maintaining a sanitized phlebotomy tray.
• Greets patients courteously using AIDET.
• Use two patient identifiers when collecting specimens and verify correct patient information.
• Wash hands before and after each patient contact.
• Apply proper technique for obtaining blood samples and label them immediately.
• Dispose of used needles properly, avoiding recapping and using safety devices.
• Order tests in HIS correctly and follow up with supervisors on ambiguous orders.
• Receive drop‑offs, check paperwork, and sign samples into the laboratory.
• Use time between collections for clerical work, assisting technical staff, and maintaining supplies.
• Seek assistance for patients presenting difficulties and report issues after two unsuccessful attempts.
• Complete routine blood sample collections within five minutes and difficult cases within fifteen minutes.
• Finish scheduled procedures without compromising quality of work.
• Follow up on tests or procedures left from a previous shift and report incomplete assignments.
• Adapt to schedule changes, prioritize work, and handle STAT orders efficiently.
• Stay informed about needles, anticoagulants, special handling, and test preparation.
• Assist in orientation of new staff and training of students.
• Report changes in a patient’s condition and perform ancillary duties as assigned.
• Limit personal telephone calls and perform other duties as necessary.

• Required Skills
  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • Completion of a recognized phlebotomy, medical office, or related program (preferred).
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent customer‑relationship skills.
  • Attention to detail and strong concentration.
  • Ability to work in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment.
• Minimum Experience
  • A minimum of one year work experience as a phlebotomist or medical assistant (preferred).
• Physical Requirements
  • Sitting, walking, standing frequently.
  • Bending, climbing, kneeling, twisting occasionally.
  • Lifting 25–50 lbs occasionally; >50 lbs occasionally.
  • Pushing frequently.
  • Must be able to see and hear clearly; corrective eyewear and hearing aids are acceptable.
  • Must be able to grasp and fine‑manipulate with one or both hands.

• First point of contact for the phlebotomy department when the supervisor is absent.
• Oversee phlebotomy workflow to ensure timely sample collection.
• Resolve workflow interruptions and document issues for management.
• Report issues beyond scope to the charge tech and ensure all uncollected reports are processed.
• Ensure temperature/refrigerator checks are performed on schedule.
• Reports to:
  
  Phlebotomy Supervisor, Laboratory Manager, Director of Laboratory Services, Medical Director.
• Shift/work hours:
  Variable with on‑call responsibilities.