Phlebotomist - Full Time

BHS Baptist Healthcare System

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Paducah, KY Until 9/23/2026 First posted June 27, 2026 Last posted July 25, 2026
Job description

Summary

Job Description:

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.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma/GED

Preferred Requirements:

  • Completion of Phlebotomy training program or ASCP Certification

Benefits:

  • 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.

About this role

Summary

Collects blood specimens, follows protocols, transports specimens, assists clinical testing.

Job title

Phlebotomist - Full Time

Experience level

entry level

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

must be in Paducah, KY, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

venipuncturecapillary collectionspatient safetyspecimen transport

Preferred skills

phlebotomy trainingASCP certification

Specializations

phlebotomyblood collectionspecimen transportinpatient care
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Paducah, KY, USA

On-site City