Lab Assistant - Phlebotomist - Harbour View Medical Center

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Suffolk, VA

1d • $17 - $26

About The Position

The Laboratory Department is seeking a Phlebotomist to draw blood samples from patients, prepare specimens for laboratory testing, and complete clerical duties that help maintain efficient department operations. The role also includes order entry, result lookup, report generation, and answering internal and external calls in a friendly, helpful manner. Travel to off-site locations is required.

Requirements

• High school degree or GED.
• Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to engage with staff and patients professionally.
• Ability to travel to off-site locations.

Nice To Haves

• Phlebotomist certification; preferred but not required.
• One year of phlebotomy experience; preferred but not required.
• Customer service experience in a retail or service environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service by greeting patients and community members respectfully.
• Collect specimens from patients according to established procedures and ensure they are properly processed.
• Accurately identify patients and match each patient’s identity with the correct service.
• Enter data and process specimens, including labeling, centrifuging, splitting, and freezing as requested by test orders.
• Perform departmental clerical duties, such as checking inventory, stocking supplies, and answering phones.
• Troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED