Clinic Lab Technician FT Days

IHA; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Genesis seeks a Clinic Lab Technician for the day shift serving the Quad Cities region across eastern Iowa and western Illinois. You will collect blood samples, operate the LIS for test orders and results, and educate patients on specimen collection techniques.

Processing specimens, ensuring proper storage, and performing CLIA testing under supervision are key duties. You will maintain records and work within a collaborative team to deliver accurate results.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to collect blood samples via venous and capillary methods from diverse age groups.
• Experience using a Laboratory Information System to activate, order, and report tests.
• Educate patients on proper specimen collection techniques.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure quality control for all tests.
• Work with a team to deliver timely results in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Procure blood samples via venous and capillary techniques across age groups.
• Utilize LIS to activate, order, and report laboratory tests.
• Educate patients on proper specimen collection procedures.
• Process specimens and maintain proper storage temperatures.
• Prepare specimens for transfer to reference laboratories and ensure timely STAT handling.
• Perform both waived and moderately complex CLIA testing under supervision.
• Maintain temperature monitoring and routine QC documentation.
• Collaborate with team to uphold MercyOne Health System's standards of care.

Skills

Venipuncture

Capillary collection

LIS proficiency

Specimen handling

Quality control

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Healthcare studies coursework

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

Description

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Genesis serves a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline, Ill.) metropolitan area and the surrounding communities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. But when it comes to clinical capabilities and quality, we exceed those geographical limits. We have earned distinction as a two‑time national Top 15 Health System, and recognition for being in the top 1 percent in the nation for patient safety.

Schedule

7am-3:30pm rotating weekends and holidays

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Clinic Lab Technician.

• Proficient in the procurement of blood samples via venous and capillary techniques, from patients ranging in age from infant to geriatric.
• Utilizes use of the Laboratory Information System for activating, ordering, and resulting laboratory orders from providers and to result laboratory tests.
• Educates patients in the proper collection of specimens such as urine, stool and sputum.
• Reviews orders from providers, maintaining accuracy in ordering tests; occasionally must call providers' offices to obtain orders.
• Processes specimens in the appropriate way, including looking up specimen requirements, centrifuging and separating as necessary, and storing at the appropriate temperature to maintain sample integrity and testing acceptability.
• Readies specimens for transfer to reference laboratories, including completing the required paperwork for transfer and ensuring STAT specimens are processed and transported in a timely manner, including calling a STAT courier and completing the necessary paperwork for the transfer.
• Performs both waived and moderately complex CLIA testing in hematology, urinalysis, and serologiy areas under the guidance and supervision of an MLT or MT.
• Keeps accurate records, such as temperature monitoring, quality control for all laboratory testing and daily, weekly and monthly maintenance.
• Works together as a team in a fast paced environment to care for our patients while demonstrating Genesis Health System's standards of behavior.

General Requirements

• Medical Assistant, Certified Phlebotomist or other healthcare studies preferred.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to learn new systems and tools quickly.
• Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
• 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 and MercyOne.

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Additional course work up to 1 year in healthcare studies.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

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.