Phlebotomy & Lab Support Technician

Community Health Systems; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) matching

Student loan repayment

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Lab Assistant to support laboratory operations, including phlebotomy, specimen processing, and quality control. You will assist with diagnostic procedures, maintain safety standards, and support staff with routine testing while ensuring accurate sample handling and data entry in LIS/EMR systems.

Responsibilities include preparing specimens, labeling, and transporting them, maintaining equipment, and contributing to process improvements.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of laboratory procedures and safety protocols.
• Experience operating laboratory equipment and performing routine maintenance.
• Familiarity with LIS/EMR and data entry responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assists laboratory staff in performing routine tests following proper protocols.
• Prepares and processes specimens with correct labeling and transport.
• Maintains and reports on laboratory equipment; assists with troubleshooting.
• Performs phlebotomy procedures (finger sticks, venipuncture, heel sticks) as trained.
• Ensures safety, infection control, and HIPAA compliance in daily work.
• Documents lab procedures and specimen information in LIS/EMR systems.
• Stocks supplies and maintains inventory for daily operations.
• Cleans and disinfects surfaces and equipment to meet safety standards.
• Assists with data collection and process-improvement initiatives.
• Collaborates with healthcare providers and lab staff to optimize workflow.

Skills

Laboratory procedures knowledge

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Education

Laboratory assistant training or phlebotomy program

High school diploma or GED

Tools

LIS

EMR

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a Lab Assistant to support laboratory operations, including phlebotomy, specimen processing, and quality control. You will assist with diagnostic procedures, maintain safety standards, and support staff with routine testing while ensuring accurate sample handling and data entry in LIS/EMR systems.

Responsibilities include preparing specimens, labeling, and transporting them, maintaining equipment, and contributing to process improvements.