Lab Assistant - Fast-paced Specimen Prep & Testing

Southern Illinois Healthcare; Herrin (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Illinois Healthcare in Herrin, IL is seeking a Laboratory Support Technician to receive and accession specimens, prepare them for testing, and send out to reference laboratories. You will assist with limited waived testing and support certified lab professionals.

The role involves maintaining equipment, stocking supplies, and acting as a liaison across departments. Prior lab experience and a basic microbiology skillset are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate Degree in a science related field preferred.
• Licenses: MLA-ASCP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and accession specimens.
• Prepare samples for testing and send out to reference laboratories.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and stock supplies.
• Perform limited waived testing.
• Work under direct supervision of certified lab professionals.
• Prepare microbiology specimens, including Gram stains and rapid testing.
• Act as a liaison between lab staff and external departments.
• Participate in lab troubleshooting processes.

Skills

Lab experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in a science related field

Tools

Gram stains

Rapid testing

Job description

Southern Illinois Healthcare in Herrin, IL is seeking a Laboratory Support Technician to receive and accession specimens, prepare them for testing, and send out to reference laboratories. You will assist with limited waived testing and support certified lab professionals.

The role involves maintaining equipment, stocking supplies, and acting as a liaison across departments. Prior lab experience and a basic microbiology skillset are preferred.