Lab Assistant - Phlebotomist - West Hospital

Mercy Health Partners; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Phlebotomist to join their Laboratory Department. This role involves drawing blood samples, preparing specimens for lab testing, and performing essential clerical tasks to ensure efficient department operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Join a compassionate team that values excellence in patient care and offers a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance with AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• High School Degree or GED required; Phlebotomist Certification preferred.
• One-year phlebotomy experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Draw quality blood samples and prepare specimens for testing.
• Perform clerical duties including order entry and report generation.
• Provide excellent customer service and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Data Entry

Problem Solving

Ability to Work in Fast-Paced Environment

Education

High School Degree or GED

Tools

Phlebotomy Equipment

Job description

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

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:

1. Provides excellent customer service skills by greeting patients and the community in a respectful manner
2. Collects all specimens according to established procedures from patients and ensures that they are properly processed
3. Identifying patients accurately and matching the patient’s identity with the correct service is critical for patient safety
4. Responsible for data entry and processing of specimens by labeling, centrifuging, splitting, and freezing specimens as requested by test orders
5. Performs departmental-related clerical duties such as checking inventory, stock supplies, and answering phones as needed
6. Must possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly
7. 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-paced environment
• Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
• Position requires travel to off-site locations

Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to 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]