Medical Assistant / PHLEBOTOMIST

Position Overview

Join us for a 3-day Blood Draw Event designed for Medical Assistants and Phlebotomists held from February 19th to 21st.
Location: 2/19 – Louisville, KY; 2/20 – New Albany, IN; 2/21 – Lexington, KY
Schedule: 8:30am - 3pm
Candidates must have a strong phlebotomy background.
Compensation: Up to $26/hour

Key Responsibilities

• Blood Collection from adult and pediatric patients using vacutainer, syringe, butterfly techniques and performing capillary punctures with heel and fingerstick methods.
• Identifies and labels specimens appropriately.
• Instructs patients on urine and stool collection procedures.
• Enters accessioning data into the computer system.
• Prepares specimens for send-out testing.
• Inventories supplies and sets up phlebotomy stations to ensure efficient blood collection.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
• Performs related duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED along with on-the-job training.
• Two years of phlebotomy experience required.
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques for blood collection and understanding of container and minimum volume requirements for specimens.
• Ability to accurately label specimens and prepare them for testing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively instruct patients and collaborate with medical and laboratory staff.
• Physical capability to perform tasks including standing, walking, bending, and manual dexterity during blood draws.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification from an accredited phlebotomy diploma program.