Clinic Lab Assistant PRN

MercyOne; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity Health's Genesis Occupational Health clinic is seeking a Part-time Lab Assistant to perform phlebotomy and routine laboratory support in an outpatient setting. You will greet patients, verify orders, collect specimens, prepare reports, and document results in the EHR, ensuring accuracy and compliance with CLIA, COLA, and OSHA guidelines.

Responsibilities include handling specimens, maintaining equipment and supplies, and providing compassionate patient communication while adhering to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Completion of medical terminology or phlebotomy training preferred.
• Previous laboratory or phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association or Red Cross required within 30 days of hire; must be maintained.
• Mandatory Reporter training for Child and Dependent Adult Abuse required within 3-6 months of hire; must be maintained.
• Proficient in basic computer skills (Windows environment, web-based navigation, email, MS Office).
• Ability to read, write and understand English; communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and colleagues.
• Must uphold Trinity Health values and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and verify orders; collect and process specimens.
• Perform phlebotomy procedures (venipuncture and capillary) and collect other specimens.
• Prepare, label, and process specimens with accurate documentation; follow regulatory guidelines.
• Conduct waived lab testing; report results in the EHR and document quality control.
• Enter and manage data in the EHR; correct billing reports as needed.
• Maintain supply inventory and communicate needs to supervisor.
• Provide patient-centered service and explain procedures and results clearly.
• Assist with clerical duties including faxing, copying, filing, scheduling, and phone coverage.
• Support cross-coverage within clinic/lab areas and act as resource to colleagues.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Lab support

Patient care

Data entry

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomy training (preferred)

Tools

EHR system

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description:

Department: Genesis Occupational Health

Schedule: PRN - Early morning hours are needed.

The Clinic Lab Assistant performs phlebotomy and laboratory support services in an outpatient clinic setting. Responsibilities include greeting patients, verifying orders, collecting and processing specimens, and preparing lab orders and reports. This role ensures quality and accuracy in accordance with regulatory standards and organizational mission, values, and performance expectations.

• Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.

• Performs phlebotomy procedures (venipuncture and capillary) and collects other specimens following proper protocols.

• Prepares, labels, and processes specimens, ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to regulatory and infection control guidelines (e.g., CLIA, COLA, OSHA).

• Conducts waived lab testing; reports and documents the result in the electronic health record, including critical values. Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots lab equipment; performs and documents quality control and proficiency testing.

• Verifies lab orders and medical necessities; completes ABNs and corrects billing codes as needed. Accurately enters and manages data in the Electronic Health Record (EHR); reviews and corrects billing reports.

• Maintains supply inventory; stocks areas appropriately and communicates needs to supervisor.

• Provides patient-centered service by communicating test procedures, results, and follow-up instructions clearly and compassionately.

• Assists with clerical duties including faxing, copying, filing, scheduling, and answering phone calls.

• Supports cross-coverage needs, within scope, throughout clinic/lab areas.

• Serves as a resource for colleagues and patients.

• Follows all safety, infection control, and universal precaution standards; maintains a clean and organized work area.

• Deliver patient care through patient preparation, vital sign collection, and documentation.

• Assist with various procedures, exams, and diagnostic equipment (e.g., tympanometry, spirometry).

• Maintain aseptic techniques during preparation, procedures, and medication administration.

• Other duties as needed and assigned by the manager. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health's Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.

General Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.

• Completion of medical terminology or phlebotomy training preferred.

• Previous laboratory or phlebotomy experience preferred.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association or Red Cross required within 30 days of hire; must be maintained.

• Mandatory Reporter training for Child and Dependent Adult Abuse required within 3-6 months of hire; must be maintained.

• Proficient in basic computer skills (Windows environment, web-based navigation, email, MS Office).

• Ability to work with diverse groups of people in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.

• Requires the ability to read, write and understand the English language, and communicate effectively with patient, visitors, and colleagues while performing their job duties.

• Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health.

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.