What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist (FHC) position at Louisville Metro Government?

Description

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE WORK

Under general supervision, performs a variety of venipuncture techniques and collects blood specimens from patients in support of laboratory procedures used in diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Examples of Duties

EXAMPLES OF THE WORK (These statements are intended to be illustrations of the work of this class.)

Performs a variety of routine blood drawing procedures including venipuncture using standard equipment such as vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, capillary draws (finger sticks), and butterfly needles.
Obtains correct identifications and information for laboratory records from patients.
Explains procedures, allays fears, and elicits cooperation from patients.
Records appropriate patient information on all specimens collected.
Processes Patient ID labels to use on lab report forms.
Processes patient specimens to be sent to Reference Laboratory. This includes centrifuging specimens and transferring patients' specimens to a different type of tube, and proper labeling of patients' specimens.
Adheres to Universal Precautions when performing duties.
Performs job-related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High school graduation or its equivalent.
AND

Must have completed Phlebotomy Training in a licensed program and have a Phlebotomy Certificate (ASCP) or be eligible to take the exam.
OR

Must have one year of work experience as a clinical lab phlebotomist.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Communicates with patients in person and over the telephone.

Stands and walks for extended periods of time.

Lifts boxes of supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.

Must be vaccinated for Hepatitis B, have evidence of immunity, or have signed a declination form.

Supplemental Information

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Test Weights
Written Test: 50%
Training & Experience: 50%

CLINIC LOCATIONS AND HOURS:
www.fhclouisville.org

FHC - Portland
2215 Portland Avenue
Louisville KY 40212
(502) 774-8631
Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 9:00pm
Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Saturday: 8:00am - noon
Sunday: Closed

FHC - East Broadway
834 East Broadway
Louisville KY 40204
Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 9:00pm
Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Saturday: 8:00 - 12:00pm
Sunday: Closed

FHC - Phoenix (Healthcare for the Homeless)
712 E Muhammad Ali Blvd
Louisville KY 40202
Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 4:00pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

FHC - Iroquois
4100 Taylor Blvd
Louisville KY 40215
Monday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Tuesday: 8:00am - 8:30pm
Wednesday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

FHC - Fairdale
1000 Neighborhood Place
Fairdale KY 40118
Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Thursdays: 8:00am - 8:30pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

FHC - Southwest
9702 Stonestreet Road, Suite 220
Louisville KY 40272
Monday - Wednesday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 8:00am - 8:00pm
Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

FHC - Americana
4805 Southside Drive
Louisville KY 40214
Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Medical
Dental
Vision
Group Term Life
Supplemental Life
Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Sick Leave
Vacation
Holiday Pay
Bereavement Leave
Kentucky Retirement Systems
457 Deferred Comp
Tuition Assistance

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Phlebotomist (FHC)

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist (FHC) position at Louisville Metro Government?

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