Lab Phlebotomist - St. Rita's Medical Center

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Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Work Shift :

Afternoons / Nights (United States of America)

This is a fulltime nights position

Summary of Primary Function / General Purpose of Position

The Lab Phlebotomist performs phlebotomy and other specimen collection. They use Lab Information System (LIS) and Hospital Information System (HIS) to conduct functions related to phlebotomy, order entry, result look-up and report generation and specimen receiving and preparation. They answer phones and forward appropriate problems to proper area.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs specimen collection procedures (nasal, oropharyngeal, venipuncture, etc.)
• Enters orders
• Performs accessioning, centrifuging, and aliquoting
• Generates reports
• Provides basic customer service

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)

Skills

Active Listening

Ability to discern the thinking of others

Service Orientation

Verbal and Written Communication

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Organization

Time Management

Coordination

Basic computer skills

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

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions

Other : Intermittent exposure to fumes and odors

Physical Requirements

Lifting / Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%

Lifting / Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 0%

Push / Pull (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%

Push / Pull (50-100 lbs.) 1-33%

Stoop / Kneel 1-33%

Crawling 0%

Climbing 0%

Balance 1-33%

Bending 67-100%

Sitting 34-66%

Walking 67-100%

Standing 67-100%

Additional Physical Requirements / Hazards

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

Exposure to toxic / caustic / chemicals / detergents

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust / fumes

Exposure to potential electrical shock

Exposure to x ray / electromagnetic energy

Exposure to high pitched noises

Gaseous risk exposure

Patient Population

Neonates (0-4 weeks)

Infant (1-12 months)

Pediatrics (1-12 years)

Adolescents (13-17 years)

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health 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

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department :

Phlebotomy - 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, all 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 recruitment@mercy.com. 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 recruitment@mercy.com.