Lab Assistant​/Phlebotomist - Lorain Hospital; PRN

Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist — Lorain Hospital

Required to work a minimum of 24 hours per month.

Required to work 2 full weekend shifts (both Saturday and Sunday) per 6‑week schedule.

Required to work 1 holiday per year.

Rotating shifts.

The Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist performs phlebotomy and specimen collection. They use the 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 and referral testing, sort specimen drop‑offs according to insurance, and ensure accurate registration of specimens as needed.

• Perform specimen collection procedures.
• Process and send out specimen and body fluids.
• Enter orders.
• Perform accessioning, centrifuging, and aliquoting of samples.
• Generate reports.
• Register patients.
• Provide basic customer service.
• Maintain inventory levels and stock supplies.
• When staffed in the Microbiology department, set up microbiology samples and prepare gram stains. Perform the MST (Micro Setup Time) as needed.
• Phlebotomy duties may be required.

Phlebotomy Certification (preferred).

High School/GED (required).

1 year phlebotomy experience (preferred).

Basic phlebotomy training (preferred).

• 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

• 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 car travel to off‑site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
• Other: intermittent exposure to fumes and odors.
• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

• Neonates (0-4 weeks)
• Infants (1-12 months)
• Pediatrics (1-12 years)
• Adolescents (13-17 years)
• Adults (18-64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 years and older)

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible).
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources, and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

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 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