Phlebotomist II

At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population. We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible. UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals. We invite you to explore our current job openings and see if our opportunities could be the right fit for you.

Job Description:

Job Summary Responsible for drawing blood from patients in hospital or similar facilities. Ensures proper collection and labeling of specimens for analysis. Maintains patient safety and comfort during procedures. Coordinates with medical staff to support diagnostic and treatment processes. Adheres to established protocols and quality standards. Essential Functions

• Assembles and prepares equipment for blood collection procedures.
• Verifies patient identity and communicates to reduce anxiety.
• Collects and labels blood specimens accurately with required information.
• Verifies specimen collection in the computer system.
• Delivers collected specimens to the appropriate laboratory department.
• Monitors collected and uncollected specimen lists regularly.
• Attends mandatory training programs as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement High school diploma or equivalent experience Experience Requirement 1-2 years of experience in laboratory, or a relevant area An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted. Certifications & Licensures Phlebotomist Certified Working Conditions A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional ( 50% of the time) D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10%

• 50% of the time) E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10%
• 50% of the time) F.

Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional ( 50% of the time) H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never I.

Working in confined spaces:

1. Never J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (10%

• 50% of the time) K.

Job-related travel:

2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) L.

Loud noises:

1. Never M.

Temperature extremes:

2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) O.

Radiation:

1. Never P.

Burns:

1. Never Q.

Cuts/Punctures:

3. Intermittent (10%

• 50% of the time) R.

Bloodborne/airborne pathogens:

3. Intermittent (10%

• 50% of the time) S.

Recombinant DNA or viral vectors:

1. Never T.

Combative/violent people:

2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A Physical Demands This position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; regular performance of tasks with repetitive motions (such as drawing blood or data entry); and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves occasional risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients or equipment; intermittent risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste and temperature extremes; intermittent exposure to cuts or punctures and bloodborne or airborne pathogens; and occasional interaction with combative or violent people. Occasional job-related travel may also be required.

Additional Job Descriptions N/A Department:

Laboratory Shift:

Flex (United States of America)

Time Type:

Full time

Address:

222

Medical Circle City, State:

Morehead, Kentucky Our growth is creating opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! So once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful.