Children's Mercy Hospital is hiring: Laboratory Technician I (Phlebotomy experie

Laboratory Technician I (Phlebotomy experience HIGHLY preferred)

Overview

The Laboratory Technician I (LT I) position is responsible for the collection, receipt and distribution of specimens within the laboratory. The LT I uses the Laboratory Information System (LIS) for positive patient identification in the collection, receipt, distribution of specimens. This position may perform and report laboratory testing if assigned. This position responds to internal and external customer questions/concerns in a pleasant, efficient and cooperative manner.

At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Note: This content originally included a vaccine information disclaimer. For refinement, the following immunization information is kept but clarified as part of candidate considerations: Seasonal influenza vaccination is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If selected, you will be asked to supply immunization records. Medical or religious exemptions can be discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Specimen handling and distribution
• Use of Information Systems
• Specimen collection (phlebotomy and SWCL) in accordance with CMH policies and procedures, as applicable
• Customer service to internal and external customers in accordance with CMH shared values and service excellence programs
• Performance of waived to moderate complexity testing and reporting; and/or specimen processing and preparation under appropriate supervision, following in-depth training and competency assessment procedures (as assigned)
• Maintains general operations of the Laboratory and performs quality assurance activities

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent. No experience required / On-the-Job Training. 1-2 years of related phlebotomy or lab experience or education/testing in phlebotomy preferred, but not required.

Benefits at Children's Mercy

The benefits plans at Children's Mercy are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Starting Pay

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $20.27/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

Remote Work / Work from Home

This position is not eligible to work remotely and requires onsite work at a Children's Mercy location. #LI-Onsite

EEO Employer / Disabled / Vet

Children's Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. The hospital does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children's Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

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