Lead Lab Assistant (Processing Only) Day Shift

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist to join their team. In this vital role, you will perform phlebotomy and specimen collection, ensuring accurate registration and processing of samples. You will utilize Lab Information Systems to facilitate patient registration and order entry, contributing to the quality of care provided. This position offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and development. If you are passionate about healthcare and committed to excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical plans

Dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan

Qualifications

• 1 year of phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Phlebotomy Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collection procedures and process samples.
• Register patients and maintain inventory levels.
• Provide basic customer service and generate reports.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen Collection

Customer Service

Lab Information System (LIS)

Hospital Information System (HIS)

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Lab Information System (LIS)

Hospital Information System (HIS)

Job description

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

Location-St Mary's Hospital

Day shift with alternating weekends.

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist performs phlebotomy and specimen collection. They use 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 testing 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, culture setup of microbiology samples and gram stain preparation. Performs the MST (Micro Setup Time) as needed.
• Phlebotomist duties may be needed.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification
Phlebotomy Certification (preferred)

Education
High School/GED (required)

Work Experience
1 year phlebotomy experience (preferred)

Training
Basic phlebotomy training (preferred)

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]