Lab/EKG Technician
Required skills
- EKG
- blood specimens
- laboratory testing
- venipuncture
- skin punctures
- aseptic techniques
- specimen processing
- OSF System Laboratory
- clerical duties
- computer duties
Nice to have
- phlebotomy program
- phlebotomy experience
- EKG experience
- communication skills
- computer skills
- Microsoft software
Role summary
OSF HealthCare is seeking a Lab/EKG Technician to perform EKGs and collect blood and other specimens for laboratory testing. Responsibilities include preparing patients, performing venipuncture and skin punctures using aseptic techniques, labeling specimens, processing samples for transport, and performing related clerical and computer duties. The role requires the ability to provide patient care appropriate to the ages served and maintain professional relationships. Candidates must be able to travel between sites. Preferred qualifications include completion of a phlebotomy program or equivalent experience, EKG experience, CPR certification, and Phlebotomy Technician Certification.
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Expected pay for this position is $18.85 - $21.21/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.
Overview
POSITION SUMMARY: Performs EKG and obtains blood and other specimens from outpatients for laboratory testing according to licensed physician’s or provider’s orders. In doing so, obtains needed supplies, verifies patient identification with double identifier, prepares skin sites, and performs venipuncture, and skin punctures according to established aseptic techniques. Labels specimens in front of patient, processes specimens and prepares samples for transportation to the OSF System Laboratory for analysis. Performs clerical and/or computer duties associated with the Lab and EKG. Demonstrates the knowledge and Skills necessary to provide patient care that is appropriate to the ages of the patients served. Maintains professional relationship with patients, Mission Partners, and physicians. The following are general characteristics of this job, although duties may vary by assigned area and/or shift..
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- High School/GED
Experience:
- Ability to regularly and timely travel between various sites.
Other Skills/ Knowledge:
- Analytical skills necessary for Phlebotomy requirements and specimen preparation.
- Ability to regularly and timely travel between various sites.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Completion of formal structured phlebotomy program OR 3 months’ full-time phlebotomy experience or equivalent.
- EKG experience.
Experience:
- Completion of formal structured phlebotomy program.
Licensure/ Certification:
- CPR Certification, American Heart Association- BLS
- Phlebotomy Technician Certification (PBT)
Other skills/Knowledge:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.
OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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