Outreach Phlebotomist

Mercyhealth•Richmond, VA

About The Position

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Days (United States of America) Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position 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. Essential Job Functions • Performs specimen collection procedures • Processes and sends out specimen 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. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control. As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. We believe your best is yet to come. At Bon Secours, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you're called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there's a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We'll support and empower you to bring your best - in service of our patients and our Mission.

Requirements

High School/GED (required)
Basic computer skills
Data entry
Compassion
Specimen Collection
Draws blood
Sample analysis
Phlebotomy
Collection Software
Active Listening
Ability to discern the thinking of others
Service Orientation
Verbal and Written Communication
Problem Solving
Customer Service
Organization
Time Management
Coordination
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Maneuver weight of patients
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity - far
Acuity - near
Depth perception

Nice To Haves

Phlebotomy Certification (preferred)
1 year phlebotomy experience (preferred)
Basic phlebotomy training (preferred)

Responsibilities

Performs specimen collection procedures
Processes and sends out specimen 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.

Benefits

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, shot- 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.

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