Lab Assistant - Core Laboratory - St. Joseph Warren Hospital

Mercy Health BSMH • Warren, OH

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About The Position

The Lab Assistant performs phlebotomy and specimen collection and uses the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and Hospital Information System (HIS) for phlebotomy-related functions, patient soft registration, order entry, result lookup, and report generation. The role processes specimens for diagnostic and referral testing, sorts specimen drop-offs according to insurance, and ensures accurate specimen registration as needed.

The position serves patients across the lifespan, from neonates through geriatrics. Phlebotomist duties may be needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Skills in active listening, service orientation, verbal and written communication, problem solving, customer service, coordination, organization, and time management.
• Basic computer skills and data entry.
• Compassion.
• Specimen collection, blood draws, sample analysis, and use of phlebotomy collection software.

Nice To Haves

• Phlebotomy certification.
• One year of phlebotomy experience.
• Basic phlebotomy training.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collection procedures.
• Process and send out specimens and body fluids.
• Enter orders.
• Accession, centrifuge, and aliquot samples.
• Generate reports.
• Perform soft registration of patients.
• Provide basic customer service.
• Maintain inventory levels and stock supplies.
• Perform phlebotomist duties as needed.
• Sort specimen drop-offs according to insurance and ensure accurate specimen registration as needed.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED