Lab Assistant - Core Laboratory - St. Joseph Warren Hospital

Mercy Health • Warren, OH

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About The Position

The Lab Assistant performs phlebotomy and specimen collection and uses the Lab Information System (LIS) and Hospital Information System (HIS) for functions related to phlebotomy, soft registration of patients, order entry, result look-up, 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. Phlebotomist duties may also be needed.

The position serves patients across all listed age groups, from neonates through geriatrics, and provides basic customer service while maintaining inventory and stocking supplies. This is a collective bargaining unit position, scheduled for 40 hours per week, with all work shifts listed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Skills in active listening, discerning the thinking of others, service orientation, verbal and written communication, problem solving, customer service, coordination, organization, and time management.
• Basic computer skills and data entry.
• Compassion and skills in specimen collection, drawing blood, sample analysis, and 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.

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. Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

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