About this role
Your future role at a glance Location: Evansville, IN Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Evansville Department/Specialty: Outreach Lab Operations Schedule: PRN | Day Shift Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive
• Retirement: 403(b) plan • Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
How you’ll make an impact in this role
• Support accurate diagnosis by expertly collecting and processing blood specimens, ensuring every sample is handled with the clinical precision required for high-quality testing.
• Lead the laboratory's efficiency by skillfully managing specimen processing—including receiving and transporting samples—while verifying all records to guarantee patient data integrity.
• Guarantee a safe and sterile environment by maintaining and calibrating lab equipment and workspaces, strictly following infection control protocols to protect both patients and the team.
• Create a seamless experience for patients and clinicians by resolving order discrepancies, managing "add-on" tests, and ensuring all documentation is accurate and ready for review.
• Champion patient care by providing clear communication and empathetic service during the registration and collection process, serving as a professional and calming presence in the lab
What minimum requirements you’ll need Licensure / Certification / Registration:
• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. • Certification specializing in Phlebotomy credentialed from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) preferred. • Phlebotomy Tech preferred. • Medical Laboratory Assistant credentialed from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) preferred. • Medical Laboratory Assistant credentialed from the American Medical Technologists (AMT) preferred. • Tech credentialed from the American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians preferred. All issuing authorities accepted.
Education:
• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
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