Phlebotomist II - Lab Associate (Medical Group - Progress West)

BJC HealthCare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

BJC HealthCare is seeking a Full-Time Lab Associate II specializing in Phlebotomy, located in O’Fallon, MO. This role offers a daytime schedule with no weekends or holidays and includes opportunities for growth and generous benefits starting from day one, including a $1,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.

Benefits

Generous benefits including PTO

Tuition Assistance from day 1

Retirement options: 401K, Pension

Flexible spending accounts

Adoption assistance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional phlebotomy experience required.
• Expertise in blood draws & specimen collection.
• Experience with Laboratory Information Systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures and urine collections with proper patient identification.
• Sort and process laboratory specimens efficiently.
• Interpret physician orders and order tests in the system.

Skills

Phlebotomy skills

Patient interaction

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

BJC HealthCare System is hiring a Full-Time Lab Associate II – Phlebotomy for BJC Medical Group at Progress West – Specialist (BJCMG) Outpatient Office – Suite 206 in O’Fallon, MO.

$1000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates!

Position Details:

• Full-Time
• Day Shift Hours: Monday–Thursday (7:45am - 4:15pm) & Friday (7:45am - 2:15pm)
• Early Friday Out: Enjoy a shorter workday on Fridays!
• NO Weekends or holidays
• Perform venipunctures and urine collections
• Utilize multiple Laboratory Information Systems - Epic and Cerner

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of professional phlebotomy experience
• Expertise in blood draws & specimen collection
• Excellent patient interaction and communication skills
• Experience in one of the following areas is a plus: Phlebotomist, Lab Technician, Lab Associate, Laboratory, Blood draw

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2+ years of relevant experience

Why Join Us?

• Work with a skilled, compassionate, and supportive team
• Growth opportunities and cross-training
• Generous benefits including PTO and Tuition Assistance from day 1
• Retirement options: 401K, Pension Plan, or 403(b)

Next Steps:

• If selected for an interview, a Talent Advisor will contact you via email for a screening.

Overview

Missouri Baptist Medical Center, in St. Louis County, offers comprehensive medical and surgical services. It has a 24-hour adult emergency department and a separate pediatric emergency department in collaboration with St. Louis Children’s Hospital.

It is the only hospital in St. Louis County named a Magnet hospital by the ANCC, a recognition achieved by less than 9% of hospitals nationwide. U.S. News & World Report ranks it #2 in the St. Louis metro area.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Perform specimen collection, handling, and clerical duties. Experienced in phlebotomy and proficient in tasks such as central processing, in-office phlebotomy, or inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Interpret physician orders and order tests in the system
• Perform phlebotomy with proper patient identification and specimen integrity; work in outpatient labs, physician offices, or off-campus centers
• Sort and process laboratory specimens efficiently
• Prioritize tasks to meet turnaround times, including STAT orders
• May perform registration, inventory maintenance, and other duties

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience

• No experience required or supervisor experience

Preferred Education

• Associate's Degree

Preferred Experience

• 2-5 years

Licenses & Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Phlebotomy certification

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, legal services, disability insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and adoption assistance.

Learn more at www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits. Benefits vary by position and employment status.

This description provides a general overview of the role and is not exhaustive. Equal Opportunity Employer.