Lab Assistant - Clinical Lab

Prime Healthcare; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, IL is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for per-diem shifts (2:30pm-11pm every other weekend). The role supports CLIA-compliant lab operations and clerical duties across multiple departments.

The position requires a HS Diploma, 1 year lab experience if possible, CPT I/II certification if state requires, and a current BLS. Perks include competitive compensation within Mercy’s benefits framework.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year clinical laboratory experience preferred.
• State CPT I or CPT II certification if required by state.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical tasks: data entry, filing, phone calls.
• Greets patients and visitors in a polite and friendly manner.
• Maintains knowledge of laboratory test terminology.
• Demonstrates phlebotomy knowledge and specimen collection across age groups.
• Processes specimens for pathology, microbiology, immunology, hematology, chemistry and blood bank (pre-analytic).
• Stocking and ordering routine supplies; keeps areas clean and organized.
• With training, may perform instrument maintenance and basic QC.
• Assist in Pathology with training and evaluation.
• Transcribe post-analytic results.

Skills

Communication skills

Phlebotomy knowledge

Medical terminology

Education

HS Diploma

CPT I/II certification (state)

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Department: Lab

Shift: Per-Diem; 2:30pm-11pm every other weekend

Facility: Mercy Medical Center

Location: Aurora, IL

Responsibilities

The Laboratory Assistant will follow the guidelines set by CLIA. Unlicensed laboratory personnel ("aides") may not, read, result, verify or interpret any laboratory test. Unlicensed laboratory personnel may not perform any test involving the quantitative measurement of specimen or reagent, or perform any mathematical calculation in determining a test result or validity of a test procedure. Unlicensed laboratory personnel may not perform instrument calibration or review quality control results to monitor the performance of the instrument or test procedure. Unlicensed personnel require direct and constant supervision by a CLS or other licensed person during the entire time they are assisting in the analytical testing phase.

The Laboratory Assistant: 1) performs computer entry, filing, telephone communication and other clerical duties, 2) demonstrates good telephone etiquette and be able to greet patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner, 3) possesses good communication skills, 4) demonstrates adequate knowledge of the terminology of tests ordered in the laboratory, 5) demonstrates a good working knowledge of phlebotomy and the equipment used in collecting specimens from newborns to geriatric patients, 6) processes pathology, microbiology, immunology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, and blood bank specimens (pre-analytic phase only) 7) processes specimens for reference laboratory, 8) stocks and orders routine supplies, 9) keeps storage areas, trays, centrifuges, and collection areas clean, 10) processes or places specimens on laboratory instruments in accordance with established policy and procedures, 11) with proper documented training the laboratory assistant may perform, instrument preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, assist in quality control procedures, perform, primary culture inoculations, stain slide preparations, and subculture from liquid media, 11) other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director, i.e. monitor, mail, fax, answer phone, inter departmental deliveries. Etc. 12) Assist in Pathology with training and eval, 13) Runner 14) assist in transcribing of post-analytic results.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. HS Diploma or Equivalent required.

2. Minimum 1-year clinical laboratory experience performing similar job functions preferred.

3. State Certified as CPT I or CPT II if the laboratory is located in a state where required.

4. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current preferred.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Pay Transparency

Mercy Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $23.04. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Evenings

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf