Lab Assistant Phlebotomist​ – Lima Medical Office Building 750 W High

**Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!** **Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 0.01 **Work Shift:** Days/Afternoons (United States of America) **Mercy Health** **_About Us_** As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. **Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist​ – Lima Medical Office Building 750 W High** **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. **Licensing/Certification** Phlebotomy Certification (preferred) **Education** High School/GED (required) **Work Experience** 1 year phlebotomy experience (preferred) **Training** Basic phlebotomy training (preferred) Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. As a [Mercy Health](https://careers.mercy.com/us/en/lifeatmercy?utm_source=job_description) associate, you’re part of a Misson 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.  **What we offer** •    Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) •    Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts •    Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- 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._   **Department:** Lab Outreach - St. Rita's _It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, a__ll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for_ Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, _which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]). If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])._