Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist - Outpatient - Lorain Medical Office Building

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Lorain (OH); Sur place; USD 35 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive pay and incentives

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance and professional development

Résumé du poste

A healthcare organization in Lorain, Ohio, is seeking a Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist for full-time employment. The candidate will perform phlebotomy and specimen collection, utilize Lab Information Systems, and ensure accurate registration of specimens. An ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma and preferably have phlebotomy certification with at least a year of experience. The work involves customer service and maintaining supplies in a fast-paced environment. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

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

Responsabilités

• Performs specimen collection procedures.
• Processes and sends out specimen and body fluids.
• Enters orders and performs accessioning of samples.
• Registers patients and generates reports.
• Maintains inventory levels and stocks supplies.

Connaissances

Active Listening

Service Orientation

Verbal and Written Communication

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Coordination

Time Management

Basic Computer Skills and Data Entry

Compassion

Specimen Collection

Phlebotomy Collection Software

Formation

High School or GED

Description du poste

Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist - Outpatient - Lorain Medical Office Building

Bon Secours Mercy Health is dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety, and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

Summary of Primary Function

The Lab Assistant performs phlebotomy and specimen collection. They use the 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 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, performs culture setup of microbiology samples and gram stain preparation; performs the MST (Micro Setup Time) as needed
• Phlebotomist duties may be needed

Licensing/Certification

Phlebotomy Certification (preferred)

Education

High School or 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
• Coordination
• Organization
• Time Management
• Basic computer skills and data entry
• Compassion
• Specimen Collection
• Draw 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
• 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

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 Information

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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].

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care