Phlebotomist at Ephraim McDowell Health
Danville, Kentucky, United States -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Venipuncture, Capillary Puncture, Arterial Puncture, Throat Culture Collection, COVID-19 Specimen Collection, Patient Interaction, Computer Skills, Medical Terminology

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description
Under moderate direction of the Center Manager, collects laboratory specimens by venipuncture, capillary puncture, and arterial puncture for subsequent testing and collects throat culture specimens. Performs additional basic laboratory procedures under close direction of techs as proficiency is demonstrated and documented. May hove to collect COVID-19 specimens or swabs at times.  Other specimens may also be collected by nasal or other forms of collections due to any pandemic as necessary.  Exhibit the F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust).   WORKING CONDITIONS, HAZARDS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT: Works standard work week with overtime as necessary. Staffing may require alteration to regularly scheduled shift. Moderate to heavy physical exertion. Potential exposure to laboratory chemicals that may be toxic, caustic, or flammable. Moderate stress level. Numerous phone calls and interruptions. The task of this job involves exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissues. Must be able to move or position 50 lbs. independently.   CONTACTS WITH OTHERS: Frequent direct patient contact. Contact with physicians, visitors, family members, Associates, and in outpatient area with Radiology and EKG Associates.   EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED: Works with specimen collection devices including needles, syringes, and vacutainers. Uses centrifuge and basic laboratory tools. Good patient interaction skills.   Qualifications Computer skills, Medical Terminology preferred.
Responsibilities
The primary duty involves collecting laboratory specimens through venipuncture, capillary puncture, arterial puncture, and collecting throat culture specimens under moderate direction. The role may also require performing additional basic laboratory procedures and collecting various types of specimens related to pandemics as necessary.
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