Lab Assistant /Phlebotomist - Richland
Carle Inclusion Connection Group, Olney, IL, United States
Overview
Performs venipuncture and skin punctures. The laboratory assistant greets patients, orders tests in the laboratory information system, maintains lab files, and ensures proper routing of reports. In addition to lab assistant duties, they are responsible for performing venipuncture and capillary collections on patients of all age ranges, may be trained to perform arterial draws, and are trained to perform waived testing in the laboratory. They answer the phone and assist patients and providers with the information they require, draw and collect timed draws and stat orders from various hospital departments, and coordinate outpatient orders, calling respiratory when an EKG is needed. They inform other shifts about any unusual circumstances.
Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or GED (Required).
Responsibilities
The Carle Experience/Core Values – Practices the Way to Be standards and related must-haves in daily work. Is approachable, respectful, professional, a solution‑oriented team player, and an ambassador for the hospital and Carle Health System. Adheres to and demonstrates CRMH Core Values in all job responsibilities. Complies with established standards of practice, laboratory policies and procedures. Follows strict principles of asepsis and infection control, both in the lab and with patients. Verifies written/phone orders from physicians and providers. Accurately inputs orders into the computer and laboratory LIS. Selects appropriate tubes for laboratory testing and uses the correct draw order. Properly washes and disinfects the site of the draw, uses appropriate needle/equipment, and maintains hand hygiene. Greets patients, answers inquiries, offers assistance, and relays messages. Identifies patients using a minimum of two patient identifiers (e.g., name and DOB). Properly labels tubes with patient information and initials. Performs venipuncture and capillary draws, and arterial blood collection. Sends copies of reports to physicians and medical records. Maintains records of tests sent to reference labs. Checks for outstanding orders not yet completed. Examines specimens for correct identification and specimen integrity. Maintains confidentiality of reports. Registers outpatients for tests and acts as a direct laboratory contact with the public. Answers incoming phone calls, directs inquiries to appropriate areas. Accepts special assignments for growth and development. Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned in a timely and professional manner. Works with neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients appropriately. Asks for help when necessary. Assists histology technicians with clerical functions, files histology blocks and slides as needed, solves waived testing questions, collects DOT and non‑DOT drug screens, assists with training new laboratory assistants, and maintains stock of phlebotomy and drug screen supplies.
EEO Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E‑Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $19.25 per hour – $31.19 per hour. This represents a good‑faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Performs venipuncture and skin punctures. The laboratory assistant greets patients, orders tests in the laboratory information system, maintains lab files, and ensures proper routing of reports. In addition to lab assistant duties, they are responsible for performing venipuncture and capillary collections on patients of all age ranges, may be trained to perform arterial draws, and are trained to perform waived testing in the laboratory. They answer the phone and assist patients and providers with the information they require, draw and collect timed draws and stat orders from various hospital departments, and coordinate outpatient orders, calling respiratory when an EKG is needed. They inform other shifts about any unusual circumstances.
Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or GED (Required).
Responsibilities
The Carle Experience/Core Values – Practices the Way to Be standards and related must-haves in daily work. Is approachable, respectful, professional, a solution‑oriented team player, and an ambassador for the hospital and Carle Health System. Adheres to and demonstrates CRMH Core Values in all job responsibilities. Complies with established standards of practice, laboratory policies and procedures. Follows strict principles of asepsis and infection control, both in the lab and with patients. Verifies written/phone orders from physicians and providers. Accurately inputs orders into the computer and laboratory LIS. Selects appropriate tubes for laboratory testing and uses the correct draw order. Properly washes and disinfects the site of the draw, uses appropriate needle/equipment, and maintains hand hygiene. Greets patients, answers inquiries, offers assistance, and relays messages. Identifies patients using a minimum of two patient identifiers (e.g., name and DOB). Properly labels tubes with patient information and initials. Performs venipuncture and capillary draws, and arterial blood collection. Sends copies of reports to physicians and medical records. Maintains records of tests sent to reference labs. Checks for outstanding orders not yet completed. Examines specimens for correct identification and specimen integrity. Maintains confidentiality of reports. Registers outpatients for tests and acts as a direct laboratory contact with the public. Answers incoming phone calls, directs inquiries to appropriate areas. Accepts special assignments for growth and development. Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned in a timely and professional manner. Works with neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients appropriately. Asks for help when necessary. Assists histology technicians with clerical functions, files histology blocks and slides as needed, solves waived testing questions, collects DOT and non‑DOT drug screens, assists with training new laboratory assistants, and maintains stock of phlebotomy and drug screen supplies.
EEO Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E‑Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $19.25 per hour – $31.19 per hour. This represents a good‑faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers.
#J-18808-Ljbffr