Lab Assistant​/Phlebotomist | St. Rita's Medical Center - Outreach

Position: Lab Assistant / Phlebotomist | St. Rita's Medical Center - Outreach

Overview

Lab Assistant / Phlebotomist | St. Rita's Medical Center - Outreach at Mercy Health

Summary

The Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist 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
• Organization
• Time Management
• Coordination
• Basic computer skills
• 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. Required to travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

Intermittent exposure to fumes and odors.

Physical Requirements

Lifting/Carrying 0-50 lbs: 1-33%;
Lifting/Carrying 50-100 lbs: 0%;
Push/Pull 0-50 lbs: 1-33%;
Push/Pull 50-100 lbs: 1-33%;
Stoop/Kneel: 1-33%;
Balance: 1-33%;
Bending: 67-100%;
Walking: 67-100%;
Standing: 67-100%

Hazards and Patient Population

Exposure to infectious materials;
Neonates, Infants, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics patients as applicable.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans;
Prescription drug coverage;
Flexible spending accounts;
Life insurance w/AD&D;
Retirement plan contributions when eligible;
Paid time off;
Educational Assistance;
Additional benefits vary by status.

Equal Opportunity

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. For copies of affirmative action or equal opportunity statements, contact Mercy Health recruitment.

Employment details

Seniority level:
Not Applicable

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries:
Wellness and Fitness Services and Hospitals and Health Care

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