Non-Certified Lab Assistant

It is the mission of Graham Health System to provide compassionate, quality health services, in a responsible and charitable manner, to the people and communities we serve. We are the community’s choice for an exceptional healthcare experience. Graham Health System is seeking a great applicant to join our team. Graham Health System offers a great team atmosphere with multiple benefits. Our goal is to provide the very best in healthcare, state-of-the-art equipment, modern facilities, and a caring, compassionate staff, all close to home. We offer a great team atmosphere with a competitive wage and benefit package for our dedicated employees. Opportunely, we are always in search of great applicants to join our team.

The Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist (LA/P) works with patients in the medical setting to obtain blood specimens through venipuncture and/or finger sticks and non-blood specimens such as urine, sputum and throat swabs for laboratory testing. Performs screening/waived tests and reports results to the appropriate staff. Processes and properly labels specimens to prepare them for laboratory/reference laboratory testing, gathers and appropriately packs specimens for courier transportation and completes the batching to ensure all specimens are properly tracked. This position may perform Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing once collector compliance has been achieved. In addition to the laboratory testing, the LA/P is responsible to perform EKG’s and Holter Monitors.

To be successful in this position, the LA/P will need to be thorough when carrying out duties, successful in maintaining records of specimen collections/transports and ensuring accuracy of orders. Customer service and providing an excellent patient experience are key attributes of the position.

This position reports to the Phlebotomy Supervisor.

Position Qualifications:

High school graduate with classes in chemistry, biology and algebra preferred. Associate Degree would be helpful.

Receive on-the-job training provided by the health system or must have completed lab assistant training course or other appropriate training program and be familiar with routine laboratory tests

Must be able to work independently and as a team member.

Valid Illinois driver’s license

Current CPR Certification

Benefits of working at GHS:

2.5% Cost of Living Adjustment every July

3% Retention bonus every February

Potential/ up to GHS $1,200 Payout in July

Student Loan Forgiveness Assistance

Daycare Assistance

Rental Assistance

First Time Home Buyer Down Payment Assistance

Vehicle Down Payment Assistance

The pay grade assigned to this position is 2100; the link provided shows the pay range. Compensation InformationAll wages are determined by experience and skills; wage information will be discussed further upon interview selection.

The position status type is full-time. Benefits associated with the employment status can be found in the link provided. Benefit Package