Phlebotomy & Lab Technician: Patient Care & Diagnostics

Memorial Health System; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Health System in Springfield, IL seeks a Phlebotomist to perform basic laboratory duties, collect blood from patients of all ages, and conduct CLIA‑waived testing. You will maintain supplies, complete specimen paperwork, and ensure accuracy in data entry.

The role involves assisting with EKGs, breathing treatments, and patient scheduling while upholding strict quality standards. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, a phlebotomy course (preferred), and CPR certification by week

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Completion of a phlebotomy course, preferred.
• Certification for breath alcohol testing and drug screening, preferred.
• Valid CPR certification by end of first week of employment required
• Previous computer experience required

Responsibilities

• Complies with all federal guidelines and clinic policies and procedures including laboratory, drug and alcohol testing, blood borne pathogens, chemical safety, administrative policies and procedures, and corporate compliance.
• Assists with various aspects of diagnostic testing including obtaining and/or preparing specimens, labeling/recording, and communicating results. Performs miscellaneous CLIA-waived testing. Depending on clinic, may perform EKG's/rhythm strips, breathing treatments, pulse ox, oxygen administration and place/remove Holter monitors.
• Adheres to strict quality control policies, procedures and manufactures guidelines. Maintains appropriate documentation related to quality processes. Accountable for achieving quality standards.
• Assists with the ordering, care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies. Assists in the clinic overall financial performance.
• Completes all required paperwork to accompany specimens for testing via computer entry.
• Participates in the orientation and/or phlebotomy training of personnel as directed by administrative staff, supervisor or other authorized personnel.
• Assists clinic in meeting goals related to quality and patient satisfaction by providing outstanding service and compassion while completing phlebotomy/lab tasks.
• Demonstrates support for and participates in accomplishing team goals and objectives.
• Performs other related work as required or requested

Skills

Data entry

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy course

CPR certification by end of first week

Job description

Memorial Health System in Springfield, IL seeks a Phlebotomist to perform basic laboratory duties, collect blood from patients of all ages, and conduct CLIA‑waived testing. You will maintain supplies, complete specimen paperwork, and ensure accuracy in data entry.

The role involves assisting with EKGs, breathing treatments, and patient scheduling while upholding strict quality standards. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, a phlebotomy course (preferred), and CPR certification by week