Posting number: 15837 (2572)
Department: Family Health Center
Division: Laboratory
Job classification: Phlebotomist (FHC)
Posting type: Open
Categories: Health Services
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.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Test Weights
Written Test: 50%
Training & Experience: 50%
CLINIC LOCATIONS AND HOURS:
www.fhclouisville.org
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