What are the responsibilities and job description for the LAB ASSISTANT/PHLEBOTOMIST - OUTPATIENT - LORAIN MARKET position at Bon Secours Mercy Health?
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.
- THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT POSITION
- Shift / Schedule
- Full Time - Scheduled for 36 Weekly Hours (8 Hour Shifts)
- Shift Times - Rotating (Day Turn Hours)
- Rotating Weekend & Holiday Availability
- Required
- Summary of Primary Function / General Purpose of Position
The Lab Assistant 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.
Licensing / Certification
Phlebotomy Certification (preferred)
Education
High School / GED (required)
Work Experience
1 year phlebotomy experience (preferred)
Training
Basic phlebotomy training (preferred)
Skills
Active Listening
Ability to discern the thinking of others
Service Orientation
Verbal and Written Communication
Problem Solving
Customer Service
Coordination
Organization
Time Management
Basic computer skills and data entry
Compassion
Specimen Collection
Draws blood
Sample analysis
Phlebotomy Collection Software
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials
May have periods of constant interruptions
General office environment
Other : Intermittent exposure to fumes and odors
Many of our opportunities reward
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
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 recruitment@mercy.com . 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 recruitment@mercy.com
