Laboratory Assistant

Lab Associate IIAre you looking for a career as a Lab Associate II? Look no further than BJC! This position is in processing & lab clerical tasks. Minimal phlebotomy as needed. Join our Laboratory team at Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital to be an integral part of delivering precise and reliable laboratory results that impact patient outcomes positively.Hospital Lab Dept10 Hour Shifts, 4 Days Per WeekMonday thru Thursday8:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.1-2 holidays/year (rotating)No Weekends!!OverviewBarnes-Jewish West County Hospital offers highly specialized surgical and medical services in an intimate environment and is known for outstanding patient care. With 64 private patient rooms, 14 operating rooms and four intensive care unit rooms, the facility was designed to provide a comforting environment that is innovative, efficient and centered on the patient experience. The campus features a park-like setting with landscaping and a walking path that winds through the grounds and connects to Millennium Park.Role PurposePerform specimen collection, specimen handling and clerical duties. Experienced in phlebotomy and proficient in performing additional tasks such as central processing duties, in-office phlebotomy, or inventory management.ResponsibilitiesInterpret physician orders and order tests in appropriate system.Perform phlebotomy, positive patient identification, and positive patient interaction, proper collection and specimen integrity. May work in outpatient lab, in physician office, or off campus patient service center.Sort and process specimens received by the laboratory and proficiently handle all specimens received in the lab.Coordinates a simultaneous series of tasks accurately, including STAT orders and fluctuation in workload, prioritizing work to complete within scheduled hours and established turnaround times.May perform registration, inventory maintenance, and other duties as assigned.Minimum RequirementsEducation: High School Diploma or GEDExperience: <2 yearsSupervisor Experience: No ExperiencePreferred RequirementsEducation: Associate's DegreeExperience: 2-5 yearsSupervisor Experience: < 2 yearsLicenses & Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), PhlebotomyBenefits and Legal StatementBJC Total RewardsAt BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire dateDisability insurance* paid for by BJCAnnual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution401(k) plan with BJC matchTuition Assistance available on first dayBJC Institute for Learning and DevelopmentHealth Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsPaid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal timeAdoption assistance*Not all benefits apply to all jobsThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer