Lab/EKG Technician

OSF HealthCare; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to perform EKGs and collect blood and other specimens from outpatients for laboratory testing. You will verify patient identity, prepare samples, label them in front of patients, and handle accompanying clerical duties as needed.

The role is hourly and includes travel between OSF sites. Strong interpersonal, computer, and analytical skills are essential; CPR and Phlebotomy Technician Certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High School/GED.
• Experience: Travel between sites.
• Skills: Analytical, detail-oriented.
• Licensure/Certification: CPR, Phlebotomy Technician Certification (PBT).

Responsibilities

• Perform EKG and obtain blood and other specimens from outpatients for laboratory testing.
• Label specimens in front of patient and prepare samples for transport to the OSF System Laboratory.
• Maintain patient care appropriate to the ages of the patients served.
• Perform clerical and/or computer duties related to Lab and EKG.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Problem-solving

Education

High School/GED

Phlebotomy training

EKG experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Expected pay for this position is $18.85 - $21.21/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: Performs EKG and obtains blood and other specimens from outpatients for laboratory testing according to licensed physician’s or provider’s orders. In doing so, obtains needed supplies, verifies patient identification with double identifier, prepares skin sites, and performs venipuncture, and skin punctures according to established aseptic techniques. Labels specimens in front of patient, processes specimens and prepares samples for transportation to the OSF System Laboratory for analysis. Performs clerical and/or computer duties associated with the Lab and EKG. Demonstrates the knowledge and Skills necessary to provide patient care that is appropriate to the ages of the patients served. Maintains professional relationship with patients, Mission Partners, and physicians. The following are general characteristics of this job, although duties may vary by assigned area and/or shift..

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High School/GED

Experience:

• Ability to regularly and timely travel between various sites.

Other Skills/ Knowledge:

• Analytical skills necessary for Phlebotomy requirements and specimen preparation.
• Ability to regularly and timely travel between various sites.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Completion of formal structured phlebotomy program OR 3 months’ full-time phlebotomy experience or equivalent.
• EKG experience.

Experience:

• Completion of formal structured phlebotomy program.

Licensure/ Certification:

• CPR Certification
• Phlebotomy Technician Certification (PBT)

Other skills/Knowledge:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.