11 Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist Jobs in Lorain, OH
Mercy Health is Hiring a Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist Near Lorain, OH
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement.Summary Of Primary Function/General Purpose Of PositionThe Lab Assistant 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.
Phlebotomy Certification (preferred)
Education
High School/GED (required)
Work Experience
1 Year Phlebotomy Experience (preferred)Training
Basic phlebotomy training (preferred)
SkillsActive Listening
Ability to discern the thinking of others
Service Orientation
Verbal and Written Communication
Problem Solving
Customer Service
Coordination
Organization
Time Management
Basic computer skills and data entry
Compassion
Specimen Collection
Draws blood
Sample analysis
Phlebotomy Collection Software
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*
May have periods of constant interruptions
General office environment
Other: Intermittent exposure to fumes and odors
- Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
- Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
Job Summary
Full Time
Hospital
$47k-67k (estimate)
10/09/2023
06/25/2024
mercy.com
WILLARD, OH
1,000 - 3,000
1859
NGO/NPO/NFP/Organization/Association
LYNN DETTERMAN
$1B - $3B
Hospital
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About Mercy Health
Rockford Health Systems is a non-profit organization that provides healthcare services.
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