At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

　　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)

　　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

　　* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

　　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)

　　Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

　　Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

　　Prescription drug coverage

　　Flexible spending accounts

　　Life insurance w/AD&D

　　Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

　　Paid time off

　　Educational Assistance

　　And much more

　　*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

　　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 Employers, please email [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]