What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist position at The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus?
Overview
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Join our team as an night shift, full-time, Phlebotomist in Topeka, KS.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
- Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
- Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
- The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.
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Responsibilities
The Phlebotomist functions as a laboratory professional who performs specimen collection techniques or specimen collection instructions that include venipuncture, capillary draws, urine collection instruction, and specimen culture collection instruction.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of an accredited phlebotomy/medical assistant program with clinicals or previous phlebotomy experience.
BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
Preferred Job Requirements:
- Certification from a nationally recognized agency. Accepted agencies and certifications include, but are not limited to, the following:
- National Heathcareer Association – Certified Phlebotomy Technician: CPT (NHA).
- American Society for Clinical Pathology – Phlebotomy Technician: PBT (ASCP).
- American Medical Technologists – Registered Phlebotomy Technician: RPT (AMT).
- National Center for Competency Testing – National Certified Phlebotomy Technician: NCPT (NCCT).
- American Certification Agency – Certified Phlebotomy Technician: CPT (ACA
- Experience working in the clinical setting.