WVU Medicine·Ripley, West Virginia
Responsible for collecting blood, blood cultures, and non-blood specimens from a diverse patient population ranging from neonates to geriatrics. Duties include properly labeling specimens, operating basic laboratory equipment, and performing clerical tasks.
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Responsible for blood and blood culture collection; non-blood specimen collection including urine, sputum, semen samples, throat swabs; chain of custody specimen collection.
Perform venipunctures and skin punctures competently and expediently.
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. Phlebotomy Certification (CPT). EXPERIENCE: 1. Six (6) months of phlebotomy experience. CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Consistently draws blood competently and expediently with as little patient discomfort as possible for patient groups from neonates to geriatrics. 2. Properly labels all specimens in the presence of the patient. 3. Operate basic laboratory equipment (e.g., centrifuges, computer systems, labeling printers, scanners, phone system, etc.). 4. Communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, clients, and staff. 5. Perform clerical duties such as filing, report distribution, processing, and faxing. 6. If applicable, collect drug screens (internal and external) using Chain of Custody Process. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Heavy/Hard work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment weighing 40+lbs. 2. Ability to bend, stoop, reach and be capable of normal rotation, standing and walking for entire shift. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. May require unsupervised access to restricted areas that may contain medications, supplies and patient confidential information. 2. May be required to travel between facilities/buildings. 3. May be scheduled to work various shifts based on departmental needs. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Ability to use a computer keyboard, monitor, mouse, and calculator. 2. Ability to use computer software (PowerPoint, Word, and Excel). 3. Ability to use Fax machines, printers and other office equipment. Additional
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Shift: Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Company: JAX Jackson General Hospital Cost Center: 112 JAX Clinical Labs Address: 122 Pinnell St Ripley West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. Thank you for your interest in working for WVUM. Please explore our open opportunities in the list below and apply for any positions in which you would like to be considered. You'll be able to keep track of your progress on our site. The West Virginia University Health System is West Virginia’s largest health system and the state’s largest employer with more than 3,400 licensed beds, 4,600 providers, 35,000 employees, and $7 billion in total operating revenues. The Health System is comprised of 25 hospitals – including J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, an 880-bed academic medical center, and the 150-bed WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital in Morgantown, West Virginia – and five institutes. To learn more, visit WVUMedicine.org.
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with a Phlebotomy Certification (CPT) and six months of experience preferred. Candidates must be able to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting 40+ lbs and standing for entire shifts.
Market context
PRN phlebotomist openings in West Virginia often reflect steady need in hospitals, clinics, and labs for flexible coverage. These roles are competitive because employers usually want certified candidates who can work independently, handle patient-facing collection tasks, and meet physical demands such as lifting 40+ lbs and standing for full shifts. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your CPT status and be ready to discuss any phlebotomy experience, even if it is limited.
