BHS·Paducah, Kentucky
The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting blood and body specimens from hospital inpatients and outpatients. They must ensure proper specimen transport to the laboratory and adhere to all safety and infection control protocols.
Phlebotomist Full Time, First Shift – 3a-11:30a – Rotating Weekends & Call The Phlebotomist performs the collection of blood and body specimens from hospital inpatients and outpatients and transports patient specimens to the laboratory. Job Duties: Performs venipuncture and capillary collections and performs point of care testing. Collects appropriate specimen for each test. Follows all patient safety and specimen collection protocols without variance. Properly transports collected specimens to the lab via tube system or hand carry and follows infection control protocols. Consistently follows hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
High School Diploma/GED Preferred Requirements: Completion of Phlebotomy training program or ASCP Certification
Tuition Assistance reimbursement program Paid Time Off available for use upon hire Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave Bereavement Leave (includes pets) Employee Assistance Program Retirement plans with company match If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Market context
In Kentucky, allied-health laboratory roles are typically driven by steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic settings that need staff who can meet CLIA 88 standards and follow regulatory procedures. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a baccalaureate degree plus MLS, MT, or MLT (ASCP) certification or eligibility within one year. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification timeline and prepare examples of compliance-focused lab work.
