Lab Assistant, Beacon Medical Group, Mishawaka, Full-Time Days at Beacon Health System – Mishawaka , Indiana

Beacon Health System is hiring a full-time day shift Lab Assistant for our Beacon Medical Group, located in Mishawaka, IN.

Be a Beacon. Make a Difference.

At Beacon Health System, you’re not just part of a team, you’re part of something bigger. Every patient interaction is a chance to lead with compassion, build trust, and create lasting impact. Here, your expertise supports healing, and your heart connects us to the communities we serve.

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance through Cigna

• Life Insurance

• 403(b) Matching Retirement Fund

• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Shift Differentials

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Tuition and Certification Reimbursement

• Clinical Ladder Program

• Local and National Discounts

• Beacon Academy Educational Courses

• Gym Membership Discount

About Beacon Medical Group
As a division of Beacon Health System, Beacon Medical Group is the largest, most comprehensive medical group in the region. Currently employing more than 250 physicians, 80 advanced practice clinicians, and representing over 35 different specialties, BMG is deeply rooted in the community it serves. Providing comprehensive treatment with a personal touch, we’re dedicated to improving health and inspiring hope throughout the region.

What You’ll Do

You will report to the Laboratory Manager or Coordinator (BMG). You will ensure that lab requisitions are appropriately completed and authorized, and obtain pertinent patient information for laboratory records and/or billing purposes. You will perform general office/clerical responsibilities.

Lab Assistant Job Responsibilities

• Maintain daily patient logs, laboratory orders, test results, and required records in accordance with documentation and retention policies.
• Collect and receive patient specimens for laboratory testing, including blood, urine, and other body fluids.
• Perform diagnostic tests such as EKGs, spirometry, audiometry, breath alcohol testing, and other authorized laboratory analyses.
• Ensure accurate billing documentation by recording laboratory charges and verifying associated diagnoses.
• Maintain laboratory quality control, calibration, maintenance, and proficiency testing records; document corrective actions as needed.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and follow OSHA guidelines for infection control, body fluid precautions, and contaminated waste disposal.
• Provide professional patient service by greeting patients and visitors, answering phone calls, relaying messages, and collecting required patient information for records and billing.
• Participate in department meetings and remain accountable for shared information.
• Complete required education, competencies, employee health requirements, and maintain all required licenses, certifications, and registrations.
• Maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required for patient care roles.
• Follow universal precautions, use appropriate protective equipment, and apply safe ergonomic techniques.
• Adhere to regulatory requirements and organizational and departmental policies.
• Perform additional job-related duties as assigned and maintain flexibility to work overtime or alternate schedules as needed.

What You Bring

As a Lab Assistant, this role requires knowledge of medical terminology and basic laboratory procedures, including the ability to perform phlebotomy and routine lab testing. The position also requires proficient typing and computer skills, as well as a basic understanding of billing and business office procedures. Strong communication and telephone skills are essential to greet patients and answer calls in a pleasant, clear, concise, and helpful manner. The role further requires the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, team members, and the public

Required Qualifications

• Completion of a phlebotomy training program or experience preferred.
• The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of high school diploma (with courses in mathematics and some biological sciences preferred).
• Minimum of one year of patient care, customer service, general office/clerical or related experience is preferred.
• Qualifies as testing personnel for moderate complexity testing as defined in CFR.493.1423.

The Beacon Way

At Beacon Health System, our approach to care goes beyond clinical excellence because it’s built on meaningful connections. Guided by our core values of Trust, Respect, Integrity, and Compassion, we strive to create an environment where patients feel heard, employees feel valued, and innovation thrives.

We call this commitment The Beacon Way—a six-point operating system that empowers every team member to lead with purpose, communicate clearly, cultivate talent, embrace performance improvement, leverage innovation, and build greatness through accountability. Whether at the bedside or behind the scenes, everyone at Beacon plays a role in moving health forward.