UK St. Claire·Morehead, Kentucky
Responsible for drawing blood from patients and ensuring the proper collection and labeling of specimens for analysis. Coordinates with medical staff to support diagnostic processes while maintaining patient safety and comfort.
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Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population.
We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible.
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Responsible for drawing blood from patients in hospital or similar facilities.
Ensures proper collection and labeling of specimens for analysis.
Maintains patient safety and comfort during procedures.
Coordinates with medical staff to support diagnostic and treatment processes.
Adheres to established protocols and quality standards.
Essential functions
Assembles and prepares equipment for blood collection procedures.
Verifies patient identity and communicates to reduce anxiety.
Collects and labels blood specimens accurately with required information.
Verifies specimen collection in the computer system.
Delivers collected specimens to the appropriate laboratory department.
Monitors collected and uncollected specimen lists regularly.
Attends mandatory training programs as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education requirement: High school diploma or equivalent experience
Experience requirement: 1-2 years of experience in laboratory, or a relevant area
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
All experience must be paid and in the same related field.
Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.
Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.
Certifications & licensures
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
1. Never
4. Regular (> 50% of the time)
3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
4. Regular (> 50% of the time)
1. Never
1. Never
3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
1. Never
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
O.
1. Never
P.
1. Never
3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
1. Never
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
1. Never
V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A
This position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; regular performance of tasks with repetitive motions (such as drawing blood or data entry); and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves occasional risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients or equipment; intermittent risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste and temperature extremes; intermittent exposure to cuts or punctures and bloodborne or airborne pathogens; and occasional interaction with combative or violent people. Occasional job-related travel may also be required.
Shift: Flex (United States of America)
Time Type: Full time
Address: 222 Medical Circle
City, State: Morehead, Kentucky
Market context
In Kentucky, Phlebotomist II openings typically reflect steady demand in hospitals, outpatient labs, and other clinical settings that need reliable specimen collection and patient-facing support. These roles are competitive because employers often look for both certification and prior paid lab or relevant experience, and the job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time. If you are considering applying, confirm your phlebotomist certification and prepare examples of safe, accurate collection work.
