Lab Technician I: Onsite Phlebotomy & Specimen Handling

Children's Mercy Hospital; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City invites applications for a Laboratory Technician I at East Campus. This part-time role handles specimen collection, receipt and distribution, using the LIS for accurate patient identification, and may perform routine testing under supervision.

We value teamwork and a compassionate approach as we support pediatric care. A HS diploma is required; 1–2 years phlebotomy or lab exposure is preferred. Vaccination requirements apply; on-site work only.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required; on-the-job training available.
• 1–2 years of phlebotomy or laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Specimen collection and distribution.
• Use of Laboratory Information System (LIS) for patient identification and specimen handling.
• Perform waived to moderate complexity testing and reporting under supervision.
• Provide courteous customer service to internal and external customers.
• Maintain general operations of the Laboratory and support quality assurance activities.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen collection

LIS usage

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City invites applications for a Laboratory Technician I at East Campus. This part-time role handles specimen collection, receipt and distribution, using the LIS for accurate patient identification, and may perform routine testing under supervision.

We value teamwork and a compassionate approach as we support pediatric care. A HS diploma is required; 1–2 years phlebotomy or lab exposure is preferred. Vaccination requirements apply; on-site work only.