Phlebotomist I

Position Title:

Phlebotomist I Work Location:

3901 Dutchmans Lane, Suite 106, Louisville, KY (PSC - Patient Service Center)

Assignment Duration:

3-

Month Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM 30-minute lunch

Position Summary:

The primary function of a Phlebotomist is to perform assigned duties including specimen collection, troubleshooting, training, and recommending workflow improvements within a Patient Service Center (PSC) setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform blood draws, label specimens, centrifuge samples, and record maintenance data Collect and store specimens following established procedures Clearly and courteously explain venipuncture and specimen collection processes (blood, urine, fecal, etc.) Demonstrate proficiency with straight and butterfly needles, including difficult draws Understand and follow physicians' orders accurately Match laboratory requisition forms with specimen tubes Label, centrifuge, split, and freeze specimens as required Verify test requisitions or labels against orders for accuracy Package specimens for transport and maintain specimen integrity Store specimens at required temperatures using proper containers Follow protocol-specific procedures for specimen handling and transport Comply with OSHA and DEP regulations Attend required training sessions Handle incoming calls and assist with lab-related inquiries Perform additional duties such as fingerprinting and OTS as required Work efficiently in a high-volume environment and support workflow improvements

Qualifications & Experience:

High School Diploma or GED required Minimum 6 months of venipuncture experience required; 1 year preferred in a fast-paced lab, hospital, or PSC setting Experience performing blood draws on all age groups (pediatric to geriatric) Proficiency in using straight and butterfly needles Experience with specimen processing (centrifuging, labeling, handling) Comfortable handling difficult draws (hard sticks) Proficient in

Microsoft Office Suite Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

Majority of the shift involves standing (breaks provided) Medium-sized Patient Service Center environment Work alongside a team with periods of independent work Fast-paced setting with approximately 90+ patients per day Initial training includes orientation and onsite training (first 2 weeks)

Additional Information:

Full-time:

40 hours/week No travel required Pediatric and geriatric experience required Required vaccines: MMR, T-DAP, Varicella, TB, Hep B (declinable) Color vision requirement Contract-to-hire opportunity based on performance