Phlebotomist / Lab assistant, 0400-0700 M-F

marywashingtonhealthcare; Kansas; On-site; USD 32,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare in the United States is seeking a Phlebotomist/Laboratory Assistant. The role involves specimen collection, processing, data entry, and support across departments to facilitate testing and results entry.

You will verify test requests, manage specimens, assist with inventory, operate lab equipment, and provide customer service to patients and staff. The position requires attention to detail, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Phlebotomy experience or completion of accredited program required.
• AHA CPR certification required.
• Basic computer skills required; Microsoft Office experience preferred.
• ASCP phlebotomy certification desired.

Responsibilities

• Enters and verifies test requests accurately.
• Obtains and verifies patient information accurately.
• Assists with specimen storage, retrieval and disposal per policies.
• Performs technical duties: processing, slide prep, staining, plating.
• Prepares samples for transport to reference lab.
• Generates and reviews pending logs for specimen processing.
• Provides telephone support for notification of non-critical test values.
• Assists with inventory management and restocks supplies.
• Maintains equipment and ensures specimen integrity.
• Trains new staff on lab assistant and specimen processing duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Telephone skills

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Independent worker

Customer service

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASCP phlebotomy certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Start the day excited to make a difference...end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Job Summary

The Phlebotomist/Laboratory Assistant is responsible for specimen collection, processing, data entry services, assisting in the procurement, testing, and processing of laboratory specimens. The position provides data entry, supply inventory, and customer service support to facilitate specimen processing and result entry. The primary responsibilities for this position will vary by department and may include any or a combination of all of the following:

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Enters and verifies test requests accurately and efficiently.
• Obtains, enters and verifies patient information accurately and efficiently.
• Assists with specimen storage, retrieval and disposal following standard precautions to abide by all regulatory policies and procedures.
• Performs technical duties to include: a) processes specimens according to test requirements; b) prepares slide processing; c) prepares slide staining; d) performs plating.
• Prepares samples for appropriate transport to reference laboratory.
• Generates and reviews pending logs for outstanding specimen processing.
• Provides telephone support for notification of non-critical laboratory test values. Faxes and prints reports as needed.
• Assists staff with inventory management; rotates and restocks reagents and supplies as needed.
• Takes daily temperatures of laboratory refrigerators, freezers, and incubators as required. Performs required daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance and function checks as required for eyewash station, safety shower, plasma thawer, etc.
• Supports Department Supervisor with various projects and tasks as needed.
• Understands the complexities of specimen integrity and makes first line decisions regarding specimen acceptability.
• Properly washes and disinfects laboratory equipment and materials.
• Tracks and receives batches of specimens arriving from off-site locations assuring that each specimen is accounted for and adequate for testing.
• Operates and maintains operation of high volume centrifuges to include daily and weekly maintenance and disinfection as needed.
• Troubleshoots and documents specimen integrity issues and patient orders.
• Assists with the front phlebotomy desk duties as needed to include: answering the phones, coordination of stat orders with notification to the appropriate phlebotomist, answering of the pneumatic tube station and receiving of specimens into the lab system.
• Assists the Supervisor in the training of new staff regarding lab assistant and specimen processing duties.
• Responsible for training new associates and students from affiliated phlebotomy programs.
• Compares vendor invoices against inventory receipt to check for accuracy/errors in billing.
• Greets all patients, visitors, family members, physicians, and Associates in a courteous and professional manner.
• Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of phlebotomy supplies and materials, as well as patient preparations, to ensure smooth operations in the phlebotomy work area and non-interruption of patient and customer services.
• Performs blood collection by venipuncture and dermal puncture from patients of all ages accurately and efficiently following proper laboratory standards and procedures.
• Collection of other body fluids may be required.
• Responsible for precise labeling of all samples as dictated by appropriate policies.
• Responsible for precise execution of all specimen collection as dictated by appropriate policies.
• Accepts and accessions specimens delivered to the laboratory by physicians and nursing personnel.
• Responsible to answer telephone and assist caller as needed or direct caller to appropriate department in a timely manner to provide effective communication and quality service.
• Responsible for test order entry, patient information data entry, and specimen information data entry in the laboratory computer system accurately and efficiently.
• Provide oral or written reports upon request from physicians, physician office personnel, and nursing units for inpatients and outpatients.
• Prints daily workflow reports, including HRP and un-received specimen lists, and communicates turn around delays to the supervisor immediately.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of phlebotomy experience or successful completion of an accredited, structured phlebotomy training program.
• American Heart Association (AHA) CPR certification required.
• Basic computer skills required and previous experience with Microsoft Office preferred.
• ASCP phlebotomy certification desired.
• Excellent interpersonal and telephone skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work required.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Possess excellent customer service and problem-solving skills.

MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, r