Lab Support Services Tech

Parkview Health; Wabash (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Parkview Health in Wabash, Indiana, is seeking a Lab Support Services Technician to support laboratory operations through blood collection, specimen handling, and processing for patients of all ages. This on-site role offers a structured training pathway and a potential $2,000 sign-on bonus.

You will work closely with nursing staff, providers, and couriers to ensure timely and accurate testing, while maintaining patient safety and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Laboratory Support Services and Lab Assistant training within the first year of employment.
• Ability to perform phlebotomy and specimen collection with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Performs blood collection on all patient populations using a variety of procedures.
• Utilizes patient identification devices to monitor orders and draws.
• Collects additional specimens as required per protocol.
• Receives, accession, processes, and distributes laboratory specimens for testing.
• Ensures specimens are properly identified, labeled, and routed.
• Maintains documentation and adheres to laboratory protocols.
• Performs urine drug screen collections and breathalyzer testing after certification.
• Adheres to regulatory standards and patient confidentiality.
• Responds to fluctuations in workload and maintains workflow continuity.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen collection

Specimen processing

Communication

Attention to detail

Compassionate care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Laboratory Support Services training

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

466

Lab Support Services Tech

Wabash, IN, United States (On-site)

Job Info

• Job Identification466
• Job CategoryClinical Support
• Job ShiftDay
• Work Schedule / Weekend Rotationvariable start time / weekend rotation
• Hours Per Week24
• Locations10 John Kissinger Dr, Wabash, IN, 46992, US(On-site)
• Posting Date10/19/2026, 10:12 AM

Job Description

Join the Parkview Health Lab Team

Eligible for a $2,000 Sign-On Bonus

Due to the comprehensive training required for this role, seasonal or short-term employment is not offered.

The Lab Support Services Technician supports laboratory operations by performing blood collection, specimen collection, and specimen processing for patients of all ages. This role ensures specimens are accurately collected, identified, processed, and delivered for testing while maintaining the highest standards of patient care, safety, and regulatory compliance.

This position works closely with nursing staff, providers, laboratory personnel, couriers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure timely and accurate laboratory services.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Phlebotomy & Specimen Collection

• Performs blood collection on all patient populations using a variety of procedures.
• Utilizes positive patient identification devices to monitor new orders and pending draws.
• Applies critical thinking and problem-solving skills when performing difficult collections or identifying alternative procedures.
• Collects additional specimens as required, including but not limited to sputum and fecal specimens, in accordance with established protocols.
• Interacts compassionately with patients, families, and healthcare staff to support patient care needs.

Specimen Processing

• Receives, accession, processes, and distributes laboratory specimens for testing.
• Ensures specimens are properly identified, labeled, prepared, and routed according to laboratory requirements.
• Utilizes laboratory information systems to track incoming specimens and monitor workflow.
• Identifies and resolves specimen discrepancies or integrity issues such as labeling errors, insufficient volume, or improper collection.
• Coordinates with laboratory staff, couriers, and clinical teams to resolve specimen-related issues and ensure timely testing.

Additional Duties

• Performs urine drug screen collections and breathalyzer testing after completing required certification training.
• Maintains accurate documentation and follows all laboratory protocols.
• Adheres to all local, state, and federal regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies to ensure patient safety and confidentiality.

Skills & Knowledge

• Ability to perform job duties with accuracy, reliability, and precision.
• Strong organizational skills to manage workload and meet turnaround time expectations.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with healthcare teams.
• Strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to compassionately interact with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, and beliefs.

Workflow Management

Ability to appropriately respond to:

• Fluctuations in patient or specimen volume
• Unexpected situations such as equipment or system failures
• Shift-to-shift handoffs and continuity of workflow
• STAT and time-sensitive testing requirements
• Specimen integrity issues such as labeling discrepancies, insufficient volume, improper collection, or transport delays

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and frequently walk several miles during a shift
• Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the workday
• Ability to navigate multiple patient care areas within the facility

Career Growth

This position offers opportunities for professional development and career advancement within Lab Support Services.

Co-workers are required to complete Laboratory Support Services training and classes within the first year of employment. Upon successful completion, co-workers will be promoted to a Lab Assistant role and receive a corresponding pay increase.

Lab Assistants may continue to expand their skillset through additional training and experience, with opportunities to pursue advanced laboratory career paths based on departmental needs, role requirements, and individual performance.

Qualifications

Education:

Must be a high graduate or the equivalent with a GED. Must complete Laboratory Support Services and Lab Assistant classes within the first year of employment.