Lab Assistant

OSF HealthCare; Galesburg (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support patient care through specimen collection, proper specimen handling, and point-of-care testing. You will ensure quality control, accurate record-keeping, and adherence to CAP/CLIA standards in a fast-paced lab environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of the OSF Phlebotomy class within 6 months or prior phlebotomy experience, and strong EMR/Microsoft Office skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• OSF Phlebotomy class completion within 6 months of hire or prior phlebotomy experience.
• Preferred phlebotomy experience or training.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collection and proper storage of specimens.
• Prepare specimens for transport and perform point-of-care testing and CLIA/CAP-compliant quality testing.
• Review orders and maintain accurate records including quality control and temperature monitoring.
• Maintain patient identification and provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

EMR proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

High school or GED

OSF Phlebotomy class

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Expected pay for this position is $18.27 - $20.29/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The laboratory assistant plays a vital role in the care of our patients. Laboratory testing is an integral part of the delivery of care and the patient experience. The laboratory assistant performs specimen collection, is responsible for proper storage of specimens, prepares specimens for transport and performs all point of care testing and quality testing to meet College of American Pathologists (CAP)/Joint Commission and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) standards. The laboratory assistant must review provider orders and maintain up to date knowledge of new laboratory standards and information. The laboratory assistant is responsible for keeping accurate records, such as quality control and temperature monitoring in laboratory areas, and must be committed to patient identification and excellence in customer service.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High school or GED equivalent
• Successful completion of OSF Phlebotomy class within 6 months of hire (if OSF Phlebotomy class has not been previously completed and/or does not have previous phlebotomy experience).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• Previous phlebotomy experience or training
• Successful completion of OSF Phlebotomy class

Other skills/knowledge

• Electronic Medical Record Microsoft application basic proficiency

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.