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 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

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.

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

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Sunday:

Closed