What are the responsibilities and job description for the Phlebotomist – Lead position at Mercy?
Phlebotomist – Lead
Location: Mercy Hospital South
📍10010 Kennerly Rd. St. Louis, MO 63128
Schedule:
🕗 Full-Time | 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM (40 hours/week)
Why Join Mercy?
- Exceptional Benefits Starting Day One!
- Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision through United Healthcare
- Generous PTO/ Vacation Time
- Paid Parental Leave – Supporting you and your growing family
- 401(k) with Employer Match – Invest in your future with confidence
- Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $2,000/year for continuing education
- Paid Volunteer Time – Give back to your community while on the clock
- Career Growth Opportunities – Advance your skills and grow within Mercy
Overview:
The Laboratory Support Technician IV (LST IV) is part of the provider care team acting in a support capacity for reports, data and scheduling functions of the laboratory. This position is responsible for accurate, timely and effective provision of laboratory support mechanisms. The LST IV will be required to exhibit excellent customer service skills in line with the Mercy Signature Service Standards with all customer interactions. The LST IV is responsible for the skillful acquisition of all required types of specimens for laboratory testing utilizing accurate, effective, professional and confidential accepted methodologies as needed. The LST IV will be responsible for all processing, transport and referral of all types of laboratory specimens and associated reports. The LST IV is responsible for POC and Waived Laboratory Testing and for assisting technologists in all appropriate test modalities as needed. The LST IV is responsible for limited routine testing and for assisting technologists and physicians in all appropriate test methods as needed. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Qualifications:
- Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Experience: Two years phlebotomy or clinical laboratory experience or equivalent. Previous Mercy LST III designation or equivalency. Phlebotomy preceptor experience preferred.
- Other skills & knowledge: Satisfactorily complete the specific facility competencies, including but not limited to checklist, written examination, management observation, etc., to be eligible for advancement to the next higher job description. Have no active disciplinary actions or performance improvement plans.
We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.
At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.
What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?
Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
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