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Lab Assistant Phlebotomist – Core Laboratory – Lima Medical Office Building 750

Bon Secours Mercy Health, Lima, OH, United States


As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Phlebotomist – Lima Medical Office Building 750 W High
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 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, stocking supplies, and answering 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

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

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. Individuals with a disability may request reasonable accommodations in the selection process.

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