Lab Assistant Supervisor

Gateway Regional Medical Center, Inc.; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement with employer match

Vacation & holiday pay

Shift differentials

Supportive work environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Gateway Regional Medical Center in Granite City, IL is hiring a Lab Assistant Supervisor to lead the patient service team in the Laboratory. This full-time role runs Monday–Friday and offers a competitive hourly pay range.

You will oversee patient service staff, specimen collection and processing, and daily workflow, while coordinating scheduling and inventory. A strong phlebotomy background and leadership skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three (3) years of phlebotomy experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Preferred certification in venipuncture (ASCP or equivalent).
• Two (2) years of hospital environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient service staff and daily workflow.
• Ensure patient service and external customer satisfaction.
• Oversee specimen collection and processing operations.
• Coordinate scheduling and staffing needs.
• Manage inventory and supply availability.
• Improve department processes to support high‑quality patient care.
• Lead team performance and adherence to procedures.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Leadership

Scheduling

Inventory management

Patient service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Applied Sciences or related field

Job description

Lab Assistant Supervisor

Full-Time | Laboratory | Monday–Friday | Gateway Regional Medical Center

Lead a Team That Makes a Difference

At Gateway Regional Medical Center, our people are at the center of everything we do. We are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality healthcare to our community while creating a culture built on respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Patient Service Supervisor to join our Laboratory team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled phlebotomy professional with strong organizational and leadership abilities who enjoys supporting both patients and team members.

As Patient Service Supervisor, you will play an important role in ensuring a positive patient experience while overseeing the daily operations of our patient service team and specimen processing activities.

Position Details

• Position: Patient Service Supervisor

• Department: Laboratory

• Status: Full-Time

• Schedule: Monday–Friday

• Location: Gateway Regional Medical Center
  2100 Madison Avenue
  Granite City, IL 62040

• Pay Range: $20.41–$30.61 per hour

Final compensation is based on factors including education, experience, certifications, and relevant skills. Compensation will be discussed with Human Resources based on the candidate\'s qualifications.

What You'll Do

In this leadership role, you will provide oversight of:

• Patient service staff and daily workflow

• Patient service and external customer satisfaction

• Specimen collection and processing operations

• Scheduling and staffing needs

• Inventory management and supply availability

• Department processes that support efficient, high-quality patient care

• Team performance, communication, and adherence to established procedures

You will serve as an important connection between the patient service team and the broader Laboratory department, helping ensure that patients receive professional, compassionate service and that laboratory operations run smoothly.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a dependable, organized professional who combines strong phlebotomy experience with excellent communication and leadership skills.

Education

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

• Associate degree in Applied Sciences or a related field

Certifications

Required:

• Successful completion of an accredited phlebotomy program

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Preferred:

• Certification in venipuncture through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent accrediting agency

Experience

Required:

• Minimum of three (3) years of phlebotomy experience demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position

• Prior scheduling and inventory management experience

Preferred:

• Two (2) years of experience working in a hospital environment

• Previous supervisory or leadership experience

Why Join Gateway Regional Medical Center?

At Gateway, your leadership helps create an environment where patients feel cared for and employees feel supported. We believe that strong teams lead to better patient experiences and better outcomes.

Our employees enjoy:

• Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Retirement savings plan with employer matching

• Vacation time and holiday pay

• Shift differentials

• Supportive and inclusive work environment

• Opportunities to grow and contribute as part of a dedicated healthcare team

View our Benefits Guide

Bring Your Experience. Lead With Purpose.

If you are an experienced phlebotomy professional who enjoys helping others, solving problems, and keeping a team organized and focused, we invite you to consider joining Gateway Regional Medical Center.

As Patient Service Supervisor, you\'ll have the opportunity to make a difference not only through the quality of your own work, but through the team you lead and the patient experience you help create.

Join Gateway and help us deliver exceptional service-one patient, one team, and one day at a time.