UofL Health·Louisville, Kentucky
The Phlebotomist is responsible for the accurate collection and processing of blood specimens while maintaining detailed clerical documentation. They must ensure specimen integrity and adhere to safety and infection control policies to support patient care.
Mary and Elizabeth - UMC
ADDRESS: 1850 Bluegrass Ave Louisville, KY 40215
SHIFT: First Shift (United States of America)
Job Description: SUMMARY:
UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center. With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.
and Purpose The Phlebotomist shall have a thorough knowledge and proficiency in techniques of blood collection and processing of specimens. The Phlebotomist shall be responsible for appropriate clerical and computer documentation associated with specimen collection and processing requirements. The employee shall actively support the Infection Control and Safety policies of the Hospital and laboratory. The phlebotomist shall use good judgment, with attention to details that may impact patient care. The employee shall demonstrate competency in technical, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills. He/she will practice AIDET and interact courteously and professionally with co-workers, medical staff patients, visitors and others. The phlebotomist shall respect the patient’s right to confidentiality. The employee may work with adult, geriatric, adolescent, newborn and neonatal infants and occasionally pediatric patients to provide Clinical Laboratory service.
Performs phlebotomy procedures accurately and within established turn-around times.
Recognizes abnormal, unexpected situations and investigates prior to delivering specimen to the testing area.
Transports specimens to the laboratory in a timely manner.
Answers phone calls and provides information in a courteous and professional manner
Monitors specimen integrity.
Processes specimens properly and in a timely manner.
Assures documentation for medical necessity.
Follow standards of safety dictated by the laboratory, the hospital and regulatory agencies.
Contributes to the efficient operation of the laboratory.
Participates in continuing education programs for the upgrade of educational experience.
Performs AIDET
Performs other duties as assigned by laboratory leadership.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.
Able to critically think through complex patient situations and process improvements.
Able to assist others in developing clinical reasoning skills.
Computer
Skills:
Strong computer skills.
Experience with Cerner HER preferred
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.
