Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform skin puncture or venipuncture on patients of all ages for obtaining a blood specimen for laboratory analysis under the supervision of the Laboratory Director / Manager / Supervisor.
• Perform computer data entry, filing, telephone communication and other clerical duties.
• Possess adequate knowledge of laboratory test terminology.
• Demonstrate good communication skills and telephone etiquette when greeting patients and visitors in a polite and friendly manner.
• Demonstrate proper phlebotomy technique and use of equipment for specimen collection from newborns to geriatric patients.
• Process microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry and blood bank specimens.
• Process specimens for referral to reference laboratories.
• Stock routine supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work areas.
• Process or load specimens on automated laboratory instrumentation in accordance with established policy and procedures.
• Assist in picking up samples at hospital/OR, assist lab specialty in sorting out samples for analysis and putting away samples, assist pathology, inventory, replenish supplies, order supplies, mail pick up/delivery, faxing, answering phone, product deliveries, etc.
• Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Current and valid state certification preferred.
• BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current, according to hospital requirement.
• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical laboratory experience, preferred.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize benefits to fit their unique needs. Learn more here:

Mercy Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $16.00 to $23.17.

The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Part Time < 60%

Shift: Nights
Equal Employment Opportunity:
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