Lab Assistant - Phlebotomist - Richmond Health Source Shared Services 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 will include order entry, result look-up, report generation, and answering internal/external calls in a friendly and helpful manner.
Essential Functions:- 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
- Other duties as assigned
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 in a retail or service environment preferred
Skills & Abilities:- Ability to provide quality, error-free work in a fast-paced environment
- Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
- Position requires travel to off-site locations
Range:
Minimum: $17.25 Maximum: $25.87As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-beingpersonally 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, 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.
