Lab Assistant

Citizens Memorial Hospital (CMH) in Bolivar, MO is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our staff in the Hospital Laboratory Department! CMH is made up of 34 primary and specialty clinics, 6 long-term care facilities and 1 residential care facility. Offering acute care, emergency services, ambulatory care, pharmacies, walk-in clinics, surgeries, addiction recovery, rehab therapies and more, CMH has its community covered!

About the Department: The Laboratory Services Department at CMH provides accurate and timely testing essential for diagnosing and treating both inpatient and outpatient conditions.

A typical day will include: Collecting and processing blood samples for the laboratory; acting as department receptionist; and filing and maintaining records.

Collects specimens utilizing correct equipment and within specified timeframes
Logs, prepares, and sends specimen to reference laboratory as indicated
Calls, faxes, and / or sends test results to physicians as needed
Greets and directs incoming patients to appropriate areas; answers incoming calls and forwards to appropriate personnel
Cleans equipment and work area, and stocks supplies as needed

Job Requirements:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Experience: One or more years of experience performing phlebotomy duties is preferred
Skills: Organization, ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to multitask
Licensure/Certification: N/A; phlebotomy certification is preferred
Physical: Standing for the majority of the work day

The position is: Full-time nights w/ shift differential pay

Competitive wage
Annual merit increase 
No-cost health insurance option for employee
Full suite of insurance benefits available for employee and family
Early access to paycheck through PayActiv
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Increased matched savings for Retirement Plan
Company-paid long-term disability plan
Employee discounts

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For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kelly Fender at 417-328-6251, or by email at kelly.fender@citizensmemorial.com.