Lab Assistant; Processing

Lab Assistant (Processing Only) PT Day Shift

St Mary's Hospital

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.

• Performs specimen collection procedures
• Processes and sends out specimens 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.

• 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

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, 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

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