Phlebotomist at The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus

Topeka, Kansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Phlebotomy, Venipuncture, Capillary draws, Specimen collection, Specimen accessioning, Infection control, Patient identification, Drug screen collection, Laboratory protocols, Specimen transport

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Phlebotomist in Topeka, KS. Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being. People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for. Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care. Get to Know Your Team: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support. Explore Career Pathways for Laboratory Professionals: Responsibilities The Phlebotomist functions as a laboratory professional who performs specimen collection techniques or specimen collection instructions that include; venipuncture, capillary draws, urine collection instruction and specimen culture collection instruction. Ensure specimens are obtained in accordance with laboratory guidelines. Follows proper protocols for specimen packaging and specimen transport. Responsible for specimen accessioning as assigned. Demonstrates proper infection control practices, proper patient identification, performs proper prompt specimen transport. Performs proper drug screen collection and processing as assigned. Provides phlebotomy services in a professional and patient-centered manner. Qualifications Job Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent Completion of an accredited phlebotomy/medical assistant program with clinicals or previous phlebotomy experience Certification from nationally recognized agency. Accepted agencies and certifications include, but are not limited to: National Heathcareer Association – Certified Phlebotomy Technician: CPT (NHA) American Society for Clinical Pathology – Phlebotomy Technician: PBT (ASCP) American Medical Technologists – Registered Phlebotomy Technician: RPT (AMT) National Center for Competency Testing – National Certified Phlebotomy Technician: NCPT (NCCT) American Certification Agency – Certified Phlebotomy Technician: CPT (ACA) Preferred Job Requirements: Experience working in the inpatient clinical setting

Responsibilities

The phlebotomist performs specimen collection techniques including venipuncture, capillary draws, and urine collection. They are also responsible for specimen accessioning, packaging, transport, and maintaining proper infection control protocols.