Phlebotomist - Lab Associate II (MBMC Primary Care)

BJC HealthCare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

BJC HealthCare is seeking a Full-Time Lab Associate II specializing in Phlebotomy. In this role, you will perform critical patient care tasks, including specimen collection and ensuring positive interactions. This position offers regular daytime hours with no weekend shifts, along with growth opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Tuition assistance

Pension and 403(b) plans

Growth opportunities for skill advancement

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of phlebotomy experience required.
• Proficient in specimen collection and handling.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy and urine collection daily.
• Ensure specimen integrity and proper handling.
• Interpret physician orders and manage tasks accurately.

Skills

Excellent patient care skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen collection

Inventory management

Clerical duties

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Phlebotomy certification

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

BJC HealthCare System is hiring a Full-Time Lab Associate II – Phlebotomy for BJC Medical Group Primary Care at Missouri Baptist Medical Center - Suite 387C/390 (3009 N. Ballas Rd., St. Louis, MO) – Outpatient

$1000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates!

Position Details:

• Full-Time
• Day Shift Hours: 8:15am - 4:45pm (Monday - Friday)
• No weekends or holidays
• Perform Phlebotomy, Urine collection, Epic system, Cerner system

Experience:

• At least 2 years of phlebotomy experience
• Experienced phlebotomist
• Excellent patient care skills

If you have experience in one of the following areas, you could be a great fit:

• Phlebotomist
• Lab Technician
• Lab Associate
• Laboratory
• Blood draw

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED

• At least 2 years of experience

Why Join Us?

• Work with a highly skilled, compassionate, supportive, and caring team
• Growth opportunities to learn new skills and advance (cross-train)

Next Steps:

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

Overview

Missouri Baptist Medical Center is an acute care hospital in St. Louis County offering a full range of medical and surgical services, including heart care, cancer treatment, women’s health, breast health, gastrointestinal, orthopedic, stroke, therapy, wound, and pain management services. The hospital features a 24-hour adult emergency department and a separate pediatric emergency department in collaboration with St. Louis Children’s Hospital.

Missouri Baptist is the first and only hospital in St. Louis County to be named a Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), a recognition achieved by less than nine percent of hospitals nationwide. U.S. News & World Report ranked the hospital #2 in the St. Louis metro area.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

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

Responsibilities

• Interpret physician orders and order tests in the appropriate system
• Perform phlebotomy, ensure positive patient identification and interaction, proper specimen collection, and integrity. May work in outpatient labs, physician offices, or off-campus patient service centers.
• Sort and process specimens received by the laboratory proficiently.
• Coordinate multiple tasks accurately, including STAT orders and workload fluctuations, prioritizing to meet turnaround times.
• May perform registration, inventory maintenance, and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED

• No experience required, but at least 2 years preferred

Preferred Requirements

• Associate's Degree

• 2-5 years of experience

• < 2 years of supervisor experience

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, pension and 403(b) plans, tuition assistance, and more. Visit www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits to learn more.

*Not all benefits apply to all positions.

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