Lab Assistant I - Phlebotomy & Patient Care

BJC HealthCare; Farmington (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Parkland Health Center Laboratory in Missouri is hiring a Lab Associate I to provide patient care and phlebotomy support. You will perform phlebotomy for inpatients and outpatients, ensure proper specimen collection, and maintain safety standards in a fast-paced lab.

The role emphasizes accurate patient identification, collaboration with the healthcare team, and delivering quality service during four 10-hour shifts (Thursday through Sunday).

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy experience 0-1 year preferred but not required.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred but not required.
• Strong patient care and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy with proper patient identification and interaction.
• Coordinate tasks with STAT orders and workload fluctuations to meet turnaround times.
• Interact with lab, clinical, and ancillary departments.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient interaction

Multitasking

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Parkland Health Center Laboratory in Missouri is hiring a Lab Associate I to provide patient care and phlebotomy support. You will perform phlebotomy for inpatients and outpatients, ensure proper specimen collection, and maintain safety standards in a fast-paced lab.

The role emphasizes accurate patient identification, collaboration with the healthcare team, and delivering quality service during four 10-hour shifts (Thursday through Sunday).