Lab Assistant

OSF Saint Francis Medical Center; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical center in Rockford is seeking a Lab Assistant to support patient care through specimen collection and testing. Candidates will handle quality control and maintain lab standards while ensuring a positive patient experience. Required education includes a high school diploma, with additional phlebotomy training preferred. This is a full-time, entry-level position offering competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of OSF Phlebotomy class within 6 months of hire is mandatory.
• Basic Microsoft application proficiency is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collection and ensure proper storage.
• Conduct point of care testing and quality assessments.
• Maintain accurate records and customer service excellence.

Skills

Electronic Medical Record

Basic proficiency in Microsoft applications

Education

High school or GED equivalent

Successful completion of OSF Phlebotomy class within 6 months of hire

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Pay for this position is $18.07/hour. 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)
  
  

Experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Medical Practices

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