Clinical Lab Assistant Job at Advocate Health Care (Shelby)

Clinical Lab Assistant

Advocate Health Care

Location:
United States , Shelby

Category:
Health and Beauty

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

19.80 - 29.70 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

PRN CLA position to provide coverage when needed to include PTO requests, increased workload, and call-ins. Works in a fast-paced clinical environment. Works in an area that contains biohazardous (infectious) materials along with chemical, fire, and mechanical hazards. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, sharp instruments, fumes, ionizing radiation, hazardous materials Duties may involve standing, walking, stretching, stooping, bending, and lifting light (20 pound) to moderately heavy (50 pound) loads. Some latex exposure may be expected. Wears appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times while working with patient specimens.

Job Responsibility:

Collects and/or processes patient blood obtained by venipuncture and/or capillary puncture timely and accurate
Processes nonblood patient specimens in a timely and accurate fashion
Assists in specimen preparation, receipt, and transport of patient specimens
Performs patient registration
Provides phone support for patient care areas in a polite and supportive manner
Maintains competency with hospital and laboratory information systems as needed to perform job duties
Trains new team members and/or students in the department including any standard work processes applicable to the work area
Receives lab orders from providers, prepares necessary documentation, and performs all routine laboratory tests
Maintains necessary documentation for all tests according to standards and labeling all specimens following set standards
Maintains knowledge of specimen collection devices and tubes
Maintains equipment, keeps area clean, stocks supplies and keeps work space organized
Practices sterile technique and prevents cross contamination
Handles blood and body fluids and deals with infectious patients
Performs minor laboratory procedures accurately, precisely, and efficiently under minimal supervision including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, and immunology
Perform phlebotomy through venous and capillary puncture following established procedures in accordance with age specific considerations of patients
Observes strict principles of antisepsis to prevent infection of patient and contamination of specimens
Receives and collects urine specimens to perform all routine tests
Performs specimen preparation for all procedures/tests
Maintains supplies inventory communicating needs to supervisor
Reports varying in-house test results in addition to all abnormal findings to clinical staff
Complies with all policies and OSHA regulations related to safety, cleanliness, and infection control
Follows general safety procedures and utilizes PPE appropriately

Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED required
Certification in phlebotomy preferred for facilities where phlebotomy is an assigned duty
Knowledge of laboratory techniques to perform minor laboratory tests
Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to operate, clean, and sterilize
Knowledge of appropriate medical terminology to communicate with staff
Knowledge of computer systems and applications
Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures and protocols
Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment

What we offer:

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 13, 2026

Employment Type:

Parttime

Work Type:

On-site work

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