OSF HealthCare·Peoria, Illinois
Performs EKGs and collects blood and other specimens from outpatients following physician orders. Responsible for specimen labeling, processing, and transportation to the system laboratory while maintaining professional patient relationships.
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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.
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..
Education: Completion of formal structured phlebotomy program OR 3 months’ full-time phlebotomy experience or equivalent. EKG experience.
Requires a High School diploma or GED and the ability to travel between sites. Preferred qualifications include a phlebotomy program completion, PBT certification, CPR certification, and EKG experience.
Market context
In Illinois, Lab/EKG Technician roles are commonly tied to steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and multi-site outpatient settings, especially where specimen collection and cardiac testing support daily patient care. These roles can be competitive because employers often prefer candidates with phlebotomy training, EKG experience, CPR, or certification, along with flexibility to travel between sites. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and save time reading the original job description.
