Medical Lab Assistant/Certified

Southern Illinois Healthcare•Herrin, IL

35d•$19 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for receiving, processing, and performing limited testing of patient specimens for diagnostic testing. Principal Accountabilities Standards of Performance: Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Collaboration, Stewardship, Accountability, Quality Education High School diploma or equivalent required Associate Degree in a science related field preferred Licenses and Certification MLA-ASCP preferred Experience and Skills Technical Experience: 3 year in a lab setting preferred Physical Activities Intermittent hand manipulation required. Intermittent lifting and carrying of 20 pounds which can be modified. Ability to be mobile throughout the laboratory. Role Specific Responsibilities Receive and accession specimens. Prepare samples for testing and send out to reference laboratories Maintain laboratory equipment and stock supplies. Perform limited waived testing. Work under direct supervision of certified lab professionals. Prepare microbiology specimens, including Gram stains and rapid testing. Act as a liaison between lab staff and external departments. Participate in lab troubleshooting processes. Compensation (Commensurate with experience): $18.65 - $27.98 To access our Benefits Guide/Plan Information, please click the link below: http://www.sih.net/careers/benefits Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. At Southern Illinois Healthcare, we realize that in order to provide our surrounding communities with excellent care, we must begin by providing our employees with that same care and appreciation. We offer rich opportunities to develop and grow professionally, an environment of excellence in patient care, and the awareness that everything we accomplish is a direct outgrowth of the superb efforts and dedication of our employees. Working to put the right people, exhibiting the right attitude and behaviors, in the right roles is not just a goal, but a priority of Southern Illinois Healthcare. For the health of you and our patients, SIH and SIH Medical Group campuses are tobacco free. For questions or more information about our openings, please email SIH Careers. We are excited you are here and are proud to offer experiential learning opportunities for students at every stage of career development. As a student at SIH, you will see first-hand how the work we are doing supports OUR MISSION: to improve the health and well-being of all the people in the communities we serve. Your future is bright, and we are honored that you chose SIH to be part of your career journey. Click here to learn more. The SIH Scholarship Program brings together college scholarship money with hands-on work opportunities. Qualified applicants are eligible for money to cover tuition, lab fees, books, and educational supplies. Please click here to learn more about SIH Scholarship Programs. Begin a rewarding career in healthcare as a Phlebotomy Technician! The SIH Phlebotomy Program allows you to begin working in as few as nine weeks! Click here for more information.