Lab Associate II — Specimen & Processing (Day Shift)

BJC HealthCare; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

401(k) with match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Barnes-Jewish Hospital is seeking a Lab Associate to perform specimen collection, handling, and clerical duties, supporting patient care and operations. The role emphasizes accurate phlebotomy, specimen integrity, and collaboration within outpatient labs, physician offices, or off-campus centers.

Minimum requirements include a High School Diploma or GED; preferred qualifications include an Associate's Degree and 2–5 years of related experience with BLS and Phlebotomy certifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree preferred.
• Experience with phlebotomy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret physician orders and order tests in the system.
• Perform phlebotomy with proper patient identification and specimen integrity.
• Handle specimens and assist with central processing duties.
• May work in outpatient lab, physician office, or off-campus centers.
• Assist with registration and inventory as needed.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Inventory management

Central processing duties

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Job description

Barnes-Jewish Hospital is seeking a Lab Associate to perform specimen collection, handling, and clerical duties, supporting patient care and operations. The role emphasizes accurate phlebotomy, specimen integrity, and collaboration within outpatient labs, physician offices, or off-campus centers.

Minimum requirements include a High School Diploma or GED; preferred qualifications include an Associate's Degree and 2–5 years of related experience with BLS and Phlebotomy certifications.