Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist - Allen Hospital (PRN)

easyservice; Oberlin (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a PRN Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist at Allen Hospital in Ohio. The position involves phlebotomy, LIS/HIS use, and specimen processing, with opportunities to assist in Microbiology. Prior phlebotomy experience is preferred, and basic computer skills are required.

This is a PRN/As Needed role with responsibilities across phlebotomy duties, specimen handling, reporting, and patient interaction. The department emphasizes safety, accuracy, and compassionate service.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required.
• Phlebotomy Certification preferred.
• 1 year phlebotomy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen collection procedures.
• Processes and sends out specimen and body fluids.
• Enters orders.
• Performs accessioning, centrifuging, and aliquoting of samples.
• Generates reports.
• Registers patients.
• Provides basic customer service.
• Maintains inventory levels and stocks supplies.
• May assist in Microbiology with culture setup and gram stain when needed.
• Phlebotomist duties may be needed.

Skills

Active Listening

Verbal and Written Communication

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Organization

Time Management

Specimen Collection

Draws blood

Sample analysis

Basic computer skills

Data entry

Compassion

Education

High School/GED (required)

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0.01

Work Shift: All Work Shifts (United States of America)

Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist - Allen Hospital (PRN)

This is a PRN \"As Needed\" Position

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist performs phlebotomy and specimen collection. They use Lab Information System (LIS) and Hospital Information System (HIS) to conduct functions related to phlebotomy, patient registration, order entry, result look-up and report generation. They process specimens for diagnostic testing and referral testing and sort specimen drop-offs according to insurance. They ensure accurate registration of specimens as needed.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs specimen collection procedures
• Processes and sends out specimen and body fluids
• Enters orders
• Performs accessioning, centrifuging, and aliquoting of samples
• Generates reports
• Registers patients
• Provides basic customer service
• Maintains inventory levels and stocks supplies
• When staffed in Microbiology department, culture setup of microbiology samples and gram stain preparation. Performs the MST (Micro Setup Time) as needed.
• Phlebotomist duties may be needed.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Phlebotomy Certification (preferred)

Education

High School/GED (required)

Work Experience

1 year phlebotomy experience (preferred)

Training

Basic phlebotomy training (preferred)

Skills

• Active Listening
• Ability to discern the thinking of others
• Service Orientation
• Verbal and Written Communication
• Problem Solving
• Customer Service
• Organization
• Time Management
• Coordination
• Basic computer skills
• Data entry
• Compassion
• Specimen Collection
• Draws blood
• Sample analysis
• Phlebotomy Collection Software

Working Conditions

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
• May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*
• May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*
• May have periods of constant interruptions
• General office environment
• Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions
• Other: Intermittent exposure to fumes and odors

* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Patient Population

• Neonates (0-4 weeks)
• Infant (1-12 months)
• Pediatrics (1-12 years)
• Adolescents (13-17 years)
• Adults (18-64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

Phlebotomy - Allen Medical Center

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