Laboratory Assistant

Schedule: PRN/As Needed Shift: Variable ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Collect patient specimens. Utilize the Information System to receive patients, order and collect samples, result tests, answer questions from nurses and physicians, document quality control activities and produce reports required to perform job tasks.

Confirms accuracy of patient sample identification prior to performing analyses; evaluates specimen quality and identifies when unacceptable. Documents information concerning quality of specimen, impact of sub-optimal specimens on test values. Initiates recollection procedure as indicated. Perform waived and moderate complexity lab tests as defined by CLIA in 42CFR493 by automated and manual methods according to defined policies and procedures.

Analyze test results prior to release of information to chart for validity and accuracy. Assure that designated turnaround times for results are met and that critical results are appropriately reported and documented. Performs quality control and proficiency testing procedures as defined by policy. Interpret and troubleshoot quality control results to ensure accurate and precise test results.

Performs preventative maintenance, minor troubleshooting and calibration of laboratory instrumentation. Maintain competency in current procedures and gain competency for new methods implemented. Assist in administrative office tasks including filing, scanning, and storage of laboratory documents.

EDUCATION

AND/OR EXPERIENCE High school diploma or equivalent preferred and appropriate training/experience Associate’s degree or higher in chemical, physical, or biological sciences or medical laboratory science preferred. LEVEL OF SUPERVISION Some independent judgment is required, but alternatives are limited by standard practices or procedures.

SUPERVISES This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

PAY RANGE

$20.59 - $30.88 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and benefits, including retirement, time off, on-demand pay, access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more.

Click here for more details. At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women