Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist - Core Laboratory - St. Charles Hospital
Job Summary
The Laboratory Department is looking for a Phlebotomist to join our growing team. The Phlebotomist is responsible for drawing quality blood samples from patients, preparing those specimens for lab testing, and completing clerical duties in a timely manner to maintain the department efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Provides excellent customer service skills by greeting patients and the community in a respectful manner
- Collects all specimens according to established procedures from patients and ensures that they are properly processed
- Identifying patients accurately and matching the patient’s identity with the correct service is critical for patient safety
- Responsible for data entry and processing of specimen by labeling, centrifuging, splitting, and freezing specimens as requested by test orders
- Performs departmental-related clerical duties such as checking inventory, stock supplies, and answer phones as needed
- Must possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly
Essential Functions
- Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-pasted environment
- Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
Education
High School Degree or GED
Licensure/Certification
Phlebotomist Certification preferred but not required
Experience
One-year phlebotomy experience preferred but not required
Customer Service
Customer service in a retail or service environment preferred
Skills & Abilities
- Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-pasted environment
- Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
Benefits
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/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.