Lab Technician Assistant- Ironton FHC

Southern Ohio Medical Center; Ironton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Southern Ohio Medical Center is seeking a Lab Technician Assistant for the Physician Office at the Ironton Family Health Center. The role involves performing venipunctures and specimen collection, electrocardiograms, and non-complex diagnostic testing under supervision.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma and BLS within 90 days. 3–6 months of lab experience and phlebotomy preferred. Full-time, 40 hrs/week, with opportunities for growth and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required or equivalent
• BLS within 90 days of hire
• Basic chemistry and biology preferred
• Phlebotomy experience preferred
• Three to six months of laboratory experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Identify patient and department, explain procedures
• Perform venipunctures and fingersticks on adults and children
• Follow safety and infection control policies
• Label and process specimens
• Centrifuge and aliquot specimens for testing
• Perform electrocardiograms and non-complex testing under supervision
• Prepare and transport specimens to labs
• Maintain clean work area and stock supplies
• Obtain patient demographics and consent for treatment
• Assist with clerical and computer tasks
• Participate in training of new staff
• Demonstrate professional demeanor and teamwork

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venipuncture

ECG performance

Education

High School Diploma

Basic chemistry & biology preferred

Job description

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Department: Ironton Family Health Center
Shift/schedule: Full Time (40 hrs/wk)

GENERAL SUMMARY

Works under the supervision of the Family Health Center Manager and or Office Supervisor. The primary job function of the Lab Technician Assistant - Physician Office is to perform venipunctures and other specimen collections for Laboratory testing. Performs and processes electrocardiograms. Performs non-complex diagnostic testing under the supervision of Lab Manager. Prepares specimens for transport. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• High School Diploma or successful completion of an equivalent High School Exam Required
• Basic chemistry and biology are preferred

Licensure:

• BLS within 90 days of hire required

Experience:

• Three to six months of laboratory experience preferred
• Previous phlebotomy experience preferred

JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

The following is a summary of the major job duties of this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

1. Identifies self and department and explains the procedure to be performed to the patient.
2. Verifies patient identification. Performs phlebotomies including venipunctures and fingersticks on adults and children/infant heelsticks.
3. Follows all safety and infection control policies when performing procedures.
4. Labels, dates, and processes obtained specimens.
5. Centrifuges specimens. Aliquots specimens for testing when appropriate.
6. Processes microbiology specimens as required.
7. Runs collection lists. Prepares laboratory pendings and specimens for transport to other sections and to reference laboratories.
8. Performs and processes electrocardiograms.
9. Cleans and stocks work area as needed.
10. Prepares and labels simple solutions for use in diagnostic testing.
11. Performs clerical and computer functions as needed.
12. Obtains accurate patient demographic and insurance information. Obtains signed consent for treatment from patient.
13. Performs a “quick registration” in the Laboratory Computer System.
14. Orders laboratory/phlebotomy supplies as needed.
15. Performs non-complex testing physiochemical analysis and occult blood testing on biological specimens.
16. Performs and documents Quality Control and daily instrument maintenance.
17. Communicates needs of the physician office to the laboratory management team.
18. Participates in training and orientation of new employees and students.
19. Operates wheelchairs, carts, beds, and transports patients.
20. Demonstrates positive, supportive behavior to members of healthcare team, patient and families, through effective communication skills, appearance, and professional demeanor.
21. Demonstrates ability to respond to changing workload related to patient census, ability to rapidly problem solve and set priorities.
22. Responds to crisis in a calm, efficient manner, directing other concisely.
23. Participates in developing own personal goals

Why SOMC? You Care for Our Patients, We Care for You

At Southern Ohio Medical Center, our mission is to make a difference in the community we serve. We're committed to delivering exceptional care and that starts with our team members. When you join SOMC, you're not just starting a job. You're joining a mission.

• Competitive pay with quarterly market analysis
• Performance‑based annual increase and bonus eligibility
• Up to 4% employer contributions to retirement plans (403(b) and Cash Balance Pension)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage*
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts*
• Earned Wage Access - get paid before payday
• Paid Time Off bank with 3 annual sick days
• Life insurance and disability coverage*
• Tuition and certification assistance
• Club LC - discounted/free gym membership
• Employee discount and payroll deduct programs
• And many other benefit offerings!

*Available only to Full-Time and/or Part-Time Employees

Compensation & benefit eligibility is determined by employment status, position type, and hours worked. Offerings are subject to change and governed by SOMC's current plan documents and policies. Specific details will be reviewed upon hire as part of the onboarding process.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position in accordance with applicable law.

A full job description is available upon request.

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