Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist - Lorain Hospital - PRN

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking a Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist at Lorain Hospital. This role involves performing phlebotomy and specimen collection, utilizing hospital information systems for patient registration and report generation.

Candidates should have a high school diploma/GED, a preference for phlebotomy certification, and experience in the field. The position offers competitive pay along with various benefits including medical and dental coverage.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy certification preferred.
• 1 year phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Basic phlebotomy training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collection procedures.
• Process and send out specimens and body fluids.
• Enter orders in the system.
• Generate reports and register patients.
• Maintain inventory levels and stock supplies.

Skills

Active Listening

Service Orientation

Verbal and Written Communication

Customer Service

Time Management

Data entry

Compassion

Phlebotomy Collection Software

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist — Lorain Hospital

Required to work a minimum of 24 hours per month, 2 full weekend shifts (Saturday and Sunday) per 6‑week schedule, 1 holiday per year, and rotating shifts.

Summary Of Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position

The Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist performs phlebotomy and specimen collection. They use the Lab Information System (LIS) and Hospital Information System (HIS) for phlebotomy, patient registration, order entry, result look‑up, and report generation. Specimens for diagnostic and referral testing are processed, sorted, and submitted, and accurate registration is maintained.

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 the Microbiology department, sets up culture and prepares gram stains; performs the MST (Micro Setup Time) as needed.
• Phlebotomist duties may be required.

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 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 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)

Benefits

• 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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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 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]. For additional information about our affirmative action plan, please email [e-mail].