Laboratory Technician I - PRN (Phlebotomy Experience HIGHLY Preferred)

Children's Mercy KC•Kansas City, MO

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Technician I is responsible for collecting, receiving, and distributing laboratory specimens. The position uses the Laboratory Information System (LIS) to support positive patient identification during specimen collection, receipt, and distribution. Depending on assignment, the technician may perform and report laboratory testing. The role also responds to internal and external customer questions and concerns in a pleasant, efficient, and cooperative manner. The technician performs specimen handling and distribution, uses information systems, and collects specimens through phlebotomy and SWCL as applicable under Children’s Mercy policies and procedures. Assigned testing and specimen processing or preparation are conducted under appropriate supervision, following in-depth training and competency assessment procedures. The position also helps maintain laboratory operations and performs quality assurance activities. This position is onsite and is not eligible for remote work. Seasonal influenza vaccination is a condition of employment. New employees must be willing to receive specified vaccinations if they lack evidence of immunity or vaccination; medical and religious exemptions may be discussed with Human Resources.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
No experience is necessary; on-the-job training is provided.
Must perform assigned duties under applicable policies, procedures, supervision, training, and competency assessment requirements.
Must be willing to comply with the stated vaccination conditions of employment, subject to discussion of applicable exemptions.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of related phlebotomy or laboratory experience, or educational training in phlebotomy; preferred but not required.
Phlebotomy experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Handle and distribute specimens.
Use laboratory information systems for positive patient identification and related specimen workflows.
Collect specimens through phlebotomy and SWCL in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
Provide customer service to internal and external customers in accordance with Children’s Mercy shared values and service excellence programs.
As assigned, perform and report waived to moderate complexity testing, and/or process and prepare specimens under appropriate supervision and after training and competency assessment.
Maintain general laboratory operations and perform quality assurance activities.