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PHLEBOTOMIST/LAB ASSISTANT - OP PHLEB (3286)

Memorial Health · Springfield, IL · $16.50–$24.82 an hour · Full time

Posted Oct 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you made a labeling mistake or saw one. What happened?

What they are checking: Whether they report errors honestly, since a mislabeled tube can lead to the wrong treatment.

What would you do

How do you draw blood from a small child who is scared and crying?

What they are checking: Whether they can work calmly with children and parents, since the posting includes patients of all ages.

You miss the vein on the first try. What do you do next?

What they are checking: Whether they know their limits and when to hand off to a colleague instead of trying again and again.

A patient starts to faint during a draw. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they react quickly to keep the patient safe and know when to call for help.

A patient's insurance may not cover a test the doctor ordered. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they know the insurance paperwork part of the job and inform the patient before collecting.

About the work

Walk me through a routine blood draw, from greeting the patient to labeling the tubes.

What they are checking: Whether they follow the steps that matter most, especially patient identification and labeling at the chair.

What is the order of draw, and why does it matter?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that the wrong order can contaminate tubes and give false lab results.

What CLIA-waived tests have you done, and how do you keep quality control on them?

What they are checking: Whether they know waived testing still requires following the manufacturer's steps and running controls.

What do you know about collecting samples for drug screens or breath alcohol tests?

What they are checking: Whether they understand chain-of-custody rules, which make those results legally valid.

How do you keep your supplies stocked and your area ready for the next patient?

What they are checking: Whether they take ownership of supplies so the outpatient draw station never runs short.

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The full job description

As published by Memorial Health.

Focused on the Future of Care We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer. Position Type: On-site Job Description Summary: The basic function of this position requires that the employee be able to perform rudimentary laboratory duties. A variety of tasks fall within this classification such as blood collection from patients of all ages; performance of CLIA waived testing/other specimen collection; maintaining the stock of phlebotomy supplies; knowledge of insurance requirements for laboratory testing; completion of paperwork to accompany specimens; and basic scheduling. Job Description: Education: - High School graduate or equivalent required. - Completion of a phlebotomy course, preferred. Licensure/Certification/Registry: - Certification for breath alcohol testing and drug screening, preferred. - Valid CPR certification by end of first week of employment required Experience: - Previous computer experience required Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: - Previous phlebotomy skills for collection of samples on all types and ages of patients preferred. Candidates must successfully pass the following assessments during the interview process in order to be further considered for this position: Listening Skills and Data Entry. Pay Transparency $16.50 - $24.82 Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role. Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options. All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/ If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application or participate in the hiring process, please contact askHR@mhsil.com . Requests will be handled confidentially.

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