What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRN Phlebotomist position at Wendell Foster?
- 2024 & 2021 Gold Winner for Best Place to Work in Owensboro!
Wendell Foster is interested in hiring an energetic (PRN) Phlebotomist for our Nursing Department to join the team of #DifferenceMakers!
What matters to you:
- Double-time pay for holiday hours worked
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is free to all employees and their immediate family members.
- On-the-job training
- Employee recognition give-a-ways throughout the year
- Night shift hourly differential of $1.67
What matters to us:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- National certification (e.g., PBT (ASCP), CPT, or equivalent) required.
- Possess, or be able to possess, required first aid and CPR certifications (training provided).
- Possess a valid driver’s license, an insurable driving record, and the ability to drive facility vehicles.
- Completion of an accredited Phlebotomy Technician Program preferred.
- Previous experience in phlebotomy or a healthcare setting is preferred.
- Experience working with elderly populations or in long-term care facilities is a plus.
Essential Functions:
- Perform venipuncture and capillary blood draws for ICF residents, ensuring proper technique to minimize discomfort and reduce the risk of complications.
- Ensure accurate identification of residents and specimens to prevent errors in testing and treatment.
- Collect specimens for a variety of tests as directed by physician’s orders.
- Engage with residents in a professional, compassionate manner to reduce anxiety before, during, and after the procedure.
- Monitor residents for any signs of discomfort or complications and report any adverse reactions promptly to the Nurse on Duty (NOD).
- Accurately label and document specimens, ensuring that all necessary patient information is recorded correctly.
Other important information:
- Wendell Foster is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits:
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid training
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
