Lab Assistant

US Oncology Inc.; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 45,847,000 - 68,770,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Life and Disability Insurance

HSA & FSA

Paid time off

EAP

Perks Program Discounts

Job summary

US Oncology Inc. is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to perform phlebotomy, assist with testing and specimen handling, and support clinicians across multiple sites. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and patient-centered care.

The MLA will collect specimens, process tests per CLIA guidelines, and help maintain orderly lab operations while coordinating with physicians, nurses, and remote facilities as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a clinical setting.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safety, confidentiality, and patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Collect, label, and process specimens for in-house and off-site testing.
• Assist with bone marrow procedures and support physicians and nurses as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of specimen handling and test results.
• Perform routine and therapeutic phlebotomy, port draws, and waived testing per CLIA ’88 guidelines.
• Clean and organize lab workspaces and equipment.
• Communicate effectively with clinical staff, patients, and external facilities.
• Travel to satellite clinics as needed and provide additional support during high-volume periods

Skills

Phlebotomy

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

The Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) performs clerical tasks, assists technologists, physicians, and clinical staff as requested, performs phlebotomy, performs testing categorized as Waived Testing according to CLIA ’88, performs port draws and therapeutic phlebotomy procedures, assists with bone marrows, communicates effectively with other staff, patients and extra-office personnel, maintains records of specimen handling, and maintains an orderly work environment.

Pay & Benefits

• Pay Range:$16.00 – $24.00/hour (Based on experience, education, and other factors)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options)
• Special wellness programs – Maven, HingeHealth, Livongo, Vitality, and Wondr
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounts through our Perks Program

Responsibilities

• Collect, label, and process specimens for in-house and off-site testing.
• Assist with bone marrow procedures and support physicians and nurses as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of specimen handling and test results.
• Perform routine and therapeutic phlebotomy, port draws, and waived testing per CLIA ’88 guidelines.
• Clean and organize lab workspaces and equipment.
• Communicate effectively with clinical staff, patients, and external facilities.
• Travel to satellite clinics as needed and provide additional support during high-volume periods

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED (required)
• Phlebotomy experience preferred but not required
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a clinical setting
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safety, confidentiality, and patient-centered care

Special Physical Requirements

Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires normal vision and normal color perception. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. Ability to work on a desktop computer for extended periods of time. May require working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.

Safety Considerations/Typical Working Conditions

Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations, chemotherapy, biohazardous specimens & wastes and other conditions common to a clinic environment.