Medical Lab Assistant: Specimen Prep & Rapid Testing

Southern Illinois Healthcare; Herrin (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Illinois Healthcare is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to receive and accession specimens, prepare samples for testing, and help maintain lab equipment. This role involves performing limited waived testing under supervision and coordinating with reference laboratories as needed.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma, an Associate degree preferred, and MLA-ASCP certification preferred. This is a patient-focused position in a dynamic hospital laboratory setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate Degree in a science related field preferred.
• MLA-ASCP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and accession specimens.
• Prepare samples for testing and send out to reference laboratories
• Maintain laboratory equipment and stock supplies.
• Perform limited waived testing.
• Work under direct supervision of certified lab professionals.
• Prepare microbiology specimens, including Gram stains and rapid testing.
• Act as a liaison between lab staff and external departments.
• Participate in lab troubleshooting processes.

Skills

Lab experience

Quality control

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree (preferred)

Tools

MLA-ASCP

Job description

Southern Illinois Healthcare is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to receive and accession specimens, prepare samples for testing, and help maintain lab equipment. This role involves performing limited waived testing under supervision and coordinating with reference laboratories as needed.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma, an Associate degree preferred, and MLA-ASCP certification preferred. This is a patient-focused position in a dynamic hospital laboratory setting.