Clinic Lab Assistant

MercyOne; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne is hiring a Clinic Lab Assistant for a full-time day shift role in Waterloo, IA. This position requires performing phlebotomy and specimen processing while providing high-quality service to patients. With a commitment to patient care, the ideal candidate will be eager to learn and assist in various lab duties without weekend or holiday shifts.

Benefits

Wellness programs

Education reimbursement

Personalized health insurance plans

Paid time off

Long- and short-term leave

Retirement planning

Life insurance coverage

Qualifications

• Effective communication with patients and staff required.
• Ability to understand and apply basic math.
• Team player, able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients and collects specimens for analysis.
• Conducts phlebotomy and runs waived lab tests.
• Performs clerical duties in the outpatient drawing area.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Basic Math

Reasoning Ability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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Description

Clinic Lab Assistant 4 x 8 hour days a week. Days, no weekends, no holidays. 1 day off a week.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Clinic Lab Assistant 4 x 8 hour days a week. Days, no weekends, no holidays. 1 day off a week.

Come work on our team and help others! You will help us serve the patients, doctors, and nurses of our Kimball Ridge Center building near the corner of Kimball and Ridgeway Ave in Waterloo, IA. You would perform phlebotomy (draw blood) on our patients and run waived lab tests. It would be nice if you had experience, however, you can be taught. That person must have a strong desire to learn and help others.

Position Purpose

Greets patients, orders lab work, and collects and processes specimens for analysis by the clinical laboratory staff. Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of MercyOne.

What You Will Do

Performs clerical job duties associated with the outpatient drawing area.

Performs collection job duties associated with the outpatient drawing area.

Performs collection job duties associated with the Core Lab.

Performs processing job duties associated with the Core Lab.

Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures.

Based On Principles Of Growth And Development, Provides Care Appropriate To The Age-related Needs Of The Patients Served On His/her Assigned Unit Which May Include

Birth – 28 days Neonate

1 – 18 Months Infant

18 Months – 3 Years Toddler

3 – 6 Years Preschool-aged

6 – 12 Years School-aged

12 – 18 Years Adolescents

18 – 65 Years Adults

65+ Years Geriatric

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Requires the ability to read, write and understand the English language, and communicate effectively with patients, visitors, staff and physicians while performing their job duties. Intermediate language, basic math, intermediate reasoning ability. Personal computer. Ability to work as a team player. Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Ability to communicate politely and courteously.

Position Highlights And Benefits

We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:

• Wellness programs
• Education reimbursement
• Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision
• Paid time off
• Long- and short-term leave
• Retirement planning
• Life insurance coverage
  
  

Ministry/Facility Information

MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments:

• MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center
• MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation
• MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation
  
  

With more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa.

MercyOne Medical Group – Northeast Iowa is made up of more than 30 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Benton, Butler, Fayette and Tama counties.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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