Lab Operations & Patient Care Assistant

Beacon Health System; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Health System in La Porte, Indiana is seeking a Lab Support Technician to assist the Laboratory Manager with daily operations, requisition processing, and patient data handling. You will support specimen collection, basic lab testing, and record-keeping to ensure accurate results for physicians.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work as part of a team in a busy laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic lab knowledge.
• Phlebotomy skills and the ability to perform routine lab testing.
• Proficient typing and computer skills; familiarity with billing procedures.
• Strong communication, professionalism, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily patient log and enter test results on forms; distribute reports to physicians’ offices.
• Maintain files of standing orders and patient lab records for billing purposes.
• Receive specimens, collect blood and urine, and perform basic lab analyses as directed.
• Document quality control, instrument calibration, and maintenance activities.
• Provide general lab and clerical support, including patient reception and phone duties.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Laboratory testing

Typing

Computer skills

Billing knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomy training preferred

Job description

Beacon Health System in La Porte, Indiana is seeking a Lab Support Technician to assist the Laboratory Manager with daily operations, requisition processing, and patient data handling. You will support specimen collection, basic lab testing, and record-keeping to ensure accurate results for physicians.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work as part of a team in a busy laboratory environment.