Phlebotomist/Lab Support Tech - Mercy Hospital Jefferson

Mercy; Alabama; On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Jefferson’s Laboratory Department in Festus, MO seeks a part-time Night Shift Lab Support Technician (LST I) to assist with specimen collection, processing and reporting. You will deliver accurate, timely lab support, maintain HIPAA confidentiality, and provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with probationary period completed successfully and no active disciplinary actions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Successful completion of probationary period
• No active disciplinary actions or active performance improvement plans

Responsibilities

• Acquire laboratory specimens for testing using safe, accurate methods
• Process, transport and refer specimens and reports as required
• Provide accurate, timely laboratory support and maintain HIPAA confidentiality

Skills

Customer service

HIPAA compliance

Specimen collection

Laboratory support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Lab Support Technician (LST I) is part of the provider care team acting in a support capacity for reports, data and scheduling functions of the laboratory. This position is responsible for providing accurate, timely and effective provision of laboratory support. The LST I will be required to exhibit excellent customer service skills in line with the Mercy Signature Service with all internal and external customer interactions. The LST I is responsible as required for the skillful acquisition of laboratory specimens for testing, utilizing safe, accurate, effective, professional methodologies while observing HIPAA confidentiality requirements and lab policies. The LST I will be responsible for all processing, transport and referral of all types of laboratory specimens and reports as required. In order for the co-worker to achieve the competencies of the LST I position they must be observed by laboratory management or designee and complete all departmental checklists for the LST I position. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

Location:

Mercy Hospital Jefferson - Laboratory Department

1400 US Highway 61

Festus, Missouri 63028

Hours/Schedule:

Part-Time

Night Shift

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma, G.E.D, or enrolled in a healthcare career program through their high school curriculum.

Other:

• Successful completion of probationary period
• No active disciplinary actions or active performance improvement plans

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: College level Chemistry, Biology or other Science courses
• Experience: Previous experience in a clinical laboratory

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.