Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist - Lorain Hospital (PRN)

Mercy Health; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist for PRN shifts in Ohio. You will perform phlebotomy and specimen collection, and use LIS/HIS to register patients, enter orders, and generate reports.

Responsibilities include processing specimens, accessioning, centrifuging, and aliquoting; sending out samples; maintaining inventory; and providing basic customer service. Phlebotomy certification is preferred; a High School diploma is required; prior phlebotomy experience is a plus.

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.
• Phlebotomy duties may be needed.

Skills

Active Listening

Customer Service

Verbal and Written Communication

Problem Solving

Time Management

Organization

Coordination

Basic Computer Skills

Data Entry

Compassion

Specimen Collection

Draws Blood

Phlebotomy Collection Software

Education

High School/GED (required)

Phlebotomy Certification (preferred)

Tools

Phlebotomy Collection Software

Job description

This is a PRN "As Needed" 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)

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission 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, HSA/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.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]