Laboratory Assistant

Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore, MD; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 2,456,000 - 3,685,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Mental Health resources

Discounts

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore, MD is seeking a Laboratory Support Assistant responsible for preparing specimens for testing, separating blood components for in-house or send-out testing, and assisting with mail handling. The role supports inventory management and provides courteous, accurate responses to inquiries.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, and 1 year in a hospital or reference laboratory preferred, with typing and computer experience.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• 1 Year in Hospital Laboratory or Reference Laboratory Preferred.
• Typing skills, computer experience, some science education Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specimens for testing and separate blood components for in-house or send-out testing.
• Provide courteous and complete responses to inquiries and requests.
• Process mail for specific clients and locations.
• Support the Laboratory in maintaining supply inventory.

Skills

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Epic Beaker

LIS

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year hospital/reference lab experience preferred

Tools

EPIC-Beaker

Laboratory Information System

Performance Manager/NetLearning

Job description

Summary

To perform the preparation of specimens received for testing in the Laboratory. This includes separating blood components into the appropriate samples for in-house testing and/or send-out testing. To provide courteous and complete responses to inquiries and requests. To process mail for specific clients and locations. To support the Laboratory in maintaining supply inventory.

Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• 1 Year in Hospital Laboratory or Reference Laboratory Preferred.
• Typing skills, computer experience, some science education Preferred.

Specific Requirements

License Requirements

• N/A

Certification Requirements

• N/A

Age Specific Care Provided For

• N/A

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Epic (if applicable to position)
• Performance Manager/NetLearning
• Laboratory Information System, such as EPIC-Beaker
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize one or more of the following:
• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must be able to work independently and possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to effectively communicate and deal tactfully with other personnel, visitors, patients, physicians, customers, and the general public.
• Must be flexible, have personal integrity, and the ability to function effectively as a team with other employees.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Other Requirements:
• Must possess skills in Communication and Customer Service Preferred.
• Must be able to work under stress and with shifting priorities and interruptions.
• Must have familiarity with keyboard.
• Ability to multitask in answering the phone and maintaining other work functions.

Min

USD $17.83/Hr.

Max

USD $26.75/Hr.

Salary Information

Compensation decisions are made in alignment with internal equity, role scope, and market data to ensure fair and consistent pay practices. Most new hires are typically placed within the lower to mid-portion of the range; offers above that level are reserved for candidates with advanced or highly specialized qualifications.

Benefits

• Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit for eligible employees
• 403(b) retirement plan with generous company match and “catch up” provision
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & company paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program
• Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits for eligible employees
• Voluntary Benefits
• Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans
• Mercy’s Rewards & Recognition Program rewarding employees for going above and beyond in living Mercy’s Mission and Values

Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.