Drug Testing Technician - On-Call Phlebotomy Specialist

Gateway Regional Medical Center, Inc.; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Paid Time Off

401(k) with employer match

Professional development

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Gateway Regional Medical Center, Inc. in Granite City, IL is seeking a detail-oriented Drug Testing Technician to support our Occupational Health team.

You will perform federally regulated drug and alcohol testing, specimen collection, phlebotomy, and related services for employees and community partners. The role requires accurate documentation, strong attention to safety, and the ability to participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours testing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of hospital phlebotomy experience with advanced venipuncture skills.
• ASCP Certification or 3 years of equivalent hospital phlebotomy experience.
• Ability to obtain Federal Drug & Alcohol Testing Certification within 3 weeks of hire.
• Current BLS Certification within 3 months of hire.
• DOT Drug Testing Certification or ability to obtain if required by department.

Responsibilities

• Perform DOT and Non-DOT urine drug screen collections following all federal regulations and chain-of-custody procedures.
• Perform breath alcohol testing and other occupational health screenings as required.
• Collect blood specimens through venipuncture for occupational health testing and laboratory services.
• Accurately label, process, store, and prepare specimens for transport.
• Complete electronic documentation and maintain accurate testing records.
• Verify patient and donor identification while protecting confidentiality.
• Maintain compliance with DOT, federal drug testing regulations, and hospital policies.
• Prepare collection areas and ensure testing supplies and equipment are clean, organized, and ready for use.
• Provide exceptional customer service while maintaining professionalism during routine, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, and return-to-duty testing.
• Follow infection prevention practices, safety standards, and Universal Precautions at all times.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to support after-hours and emergency occupational health testing needs.
• Assist with additional Occupational Health services and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Confidentiality

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma

ASCP Certification

Tools

DOT Drug Testing Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Gateway Regional Medical Center, Inc. in Granite City, IL is seeking a detail-oriented Drug Testing Technician to support our Occupational Health team.

You will perform federally regulated drug and alcohol testing, specimen collection, phlebotomy, and related services for employees and community partners. The role requires accurate documentation, strong attention to safety, and the ability to participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours testing.