PRN Phlebotomy Lab Assistant – Precise Draws

10 Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center; Illinois; On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

10 Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center is seeking a Lab Assistant – Phlebotomy (PRN) to join our lab team in Illinois. Responsibilities include specimen collection, processing, and phlebotomy using standard procedures, with emphasis on safety and accuracy.

The role supports phlebotomy and outreach activities, maintains clean work areas, and assists with inventory. High School diploma and BLS/CPR within 90 days are required; pay starts at $17.79 per hour with an estimated range of $17.79–$27.57.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• BLS or CPR certification within 90 days of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Collect throat, nasal, and nasopharyngeal swabs using appropriate procedures and supplies.
• Collect urine and/or alcohol for non-chain-of-custody drug screen testing.
• Perform phlebotomy by venipuncture and capillary puncture with correct order of draw.
• Prioritize draws by date and time of specimen collection.
• Routinely print unreceived specimen lists and resolve unresolved issues.
• Take inventory and restock phlebotomy trays, chairs, and cabinets.
• Communicate with other shifts about pending specimens needing collection.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and decontaminated work area; manage sharps disposal.
• Research and assist with problem-solving regarding specimens and lab results.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Safety procedures

Patient communication

Records documentation

Education

High School diploma

BLS or CPR certification within 90 days

Tools

Phlebotomy equipment

Job description

10 Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center is seeking a Lab Assistant – Phlebotomy (PRN) to join our lab team in Illinois. Responsibilities include specimen collection, processing, and phlebotomy using standard procedures, with emphasis on safety and accuracy.

The role supports phlebotomy and outreach activities, maintains clean work areas, and assists with inventory. High School diploma and BLS/CPR within 90 days are required; pay starts at $17.79 per hour with an estimated range of $17.79–$27.57.