Lab Assistant / Phlebotomist - Outreach Lab - Mercy Health

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Cincinnati is seeking a Phlebotomist to join our Laboratory Department. The Phlebotomist is responsible for drawing quality blood samples, preparing specimens for lab testing, and completing clerical duties to maintain efficiency. Responsibilities include order entry, result look-up, report generation, and answering internal/external calls in a friendly and helpful manner.

Education: High School Degree or GED. Certification preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomist certification preferred but not required.
• One year phlebotomy experience preferred but not required; customer service in a retail or service environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and provide excellent customer service.
• Collect specimens according to procedures and ensure proper processing.
• Identify patients accurately and verify identity for safety.
• Enter orders, look up results, and generate reports.
• Answer phones and perform clerical duties.
• Travel to off-site locations as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Phlebotomy

Clerical tasks

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Summary

The Laboratory Department is looking for a Phlebotomist to join our growing team. The Phlebotomist is responsible for drawing quality blood samples from patients, preparing those specimens for lab testing, and completing clerical duties in a timely manner to maintain the department efficiently. Responsibilities will include order entry, result look-up, report generation, and answering internal/external calls in a friendly and helpful manner.

Essential Functions

• Provides excellent customer service skills by greeting patients and the community in a respectful manner
• Collects all specimens according to established procedures from patients and ensures that they are properly processed
• Identifying patients accurately and matching the patient’s identity with the correct service is critical for patient safety
• Responsible for data entry and processing of specimen by labeling, centrifuging, splitting, and freezing specimens as requested by test orders
• Performs departmental-related clerical duties such as checking inventory, stock supplies, and answer phones as needed
• Must possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• High School Degree or GED

Licensure/Certification

• Phlebotomist Certification preferred but not required

Experience

• One-year phlebotomy experience preferred but not required
• Customer service in a retail or service environment preferred

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-pasted environment
• Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
• Position requires travel to off-site locations

As a Bon Secours 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 Bon secours 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]