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OSF HealthCare

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Peoria

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an OSF Medical Laboratory Science or Histotechnology program, meet GPA criteria, and possess analytical skills for phlebotomy, specimen prep, and testing. Previous phlebotomy experience preferred.
  • You will perform laboratory procedures like phlebotomy, specimen handling, quality assessment, and basic testing while maintaining professional relationships with patients and staff.

Requirements

  • REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Medical Laboratory Science Program Intern/Extern currently enrolled in an OSF Laboratory Medical Laboratory Science program with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 and includes: 16 credits of chemistry, 16 credits of biology, and 3 credits of math. A total of 90 semester hours of college course work minimum. Analytical skills necessary for phlebotomy requirements, specimen preparation, and testing
  • OR Histotechnology Program Intern/Extern currently enrolled in an OSF Laboratory Histotechnology program with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 including no less than 8 credits of chemistry, 8 credits of biology, 3 credits of Algebra, and 3 credits of English Composition. Analytical skills necessary for phlebotomy requirements, specimen preparation, and testing
  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of 3 months previous experience as a phlebotomist

Responsibilities

  • Performs various laboratory procedures, which may include any of the following duties: phlebotomy, labeling, receipt, assessing quality of specimens, and performing manual and automated test analysis, blood delivery, and other limited testing. Maintains a professional relationship with patients, Mission Partners, and providers.

FAQs

What is the hourly rate for the Lab Programs Intern position?

The hourly rate for this position is $17.00/hour.

What is the work schedule for the Lab Programs Intern?

The Lab Programs Intern has a rotating schedule: Week One includes 3 weekdays from 3:30pm to 8:00pm (13.5 hours) and Week Two includes 2 weekdays from 3:30pm to 8:00pm (9 hours), with no weekend rotation.

What qualifications are required to apply for the position?

Candidates must be currently enrolled in an OSF Laboratory Clinical Laboratory Science or Histotechnology program, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 (for Medical Laboratory Science) or 2.50 (for Histotechnology). Specific credit requirements in chemistry, biology, math, and English Composition apply.

Is previous experience required for the Lab Programs Intern position?

A minimum of 3 months of previous experience as a phlebotomist is preferred but not required.

What types of duties will the Lab Programs Intern be responsible for?

The Lab Programs Intern will perform various laboratory procedures such as phlebotomy, labeling, receipt and assessment of specimen quality, and conducting manual and automated test analysis.

Does OSF HealthCare provide benefits for this internship position?

Yes, OSF HealthCare offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition, and well-being offerings.

What kind of educational background is preferred for this role?

Preferred candidates should have completed courses in phlebotomy requirements, specimen preparation, and testing as part of their laboratory program.

Is this position part of a specific department within OSF HealthCare?

Yes, this position is specifically for the Hematology Lab Programs within OSF HealthCare.

Are there opportunities for advancement after this internship?

The internship provides valuable experience in a laboratory environment, potentially leading to further opportunities within the OSF HealthCare system, depending on individual performance and organizational needs.

Is OSF HealthCare an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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OSF HealthCare is an integrated health system owned and operated by The Sisters of the Third Order of St. Francis, headquartered in Peoria, Illinois. OSF HealthCare has 16 hospitals – 10 acute care, five critical access, one transitional care - with 2,131 licensed beds throughout Illinois and Michigan. OSF employs nearly 24,000 Mission Partners across 150+ locations; has two colleges of nursing; operates OSF Home Care Services, an extensive network of home health and hospice services; owns Pointcore, Inc., comprised of health care-related businesses; OSF HealthCare Foundation, the philanthropic arm for the organization; and OSF Ventures, which provides investment capital for promising health care innovation startups. In 2020, OSF OnCall was established, a digital health operating unit, including a hospital-at-home. OSF OnCall delivers care and services when, where and how patients prefer to receive them. OSF HealthCare has been recognized by Fortune as one of the most innovative companies in the country. OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).