Clinic Lab Technician: Phlebotomy & Patient Care

MercyOne Medical Group; Grimes (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunities

Job summary

MercyOne Medical Group in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Clinic Lab Assistant to perform phlebotomy and lab support in an outpatient clinic setting. You will greet patients, verify orders, collect specimens, prepare lab reports, and ensure accuracy in line with regulatory standards and our mission.

You will enter data into the Electronic Health Record, maintain supply inventory, assist with clerical tasks, and uphold infection control and safety practices while delivering patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy training or experience preferred.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire required.
• Basic computer skills (Windows, email, MS Office) required.
• Experience in laboratory or phlebotomy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy procedures (venipuncture and capillary) and collect other specimens following proper protocols.
• Prepare, label, and process specimens with accurate documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct waived and routine lab testing; report results in the EHR and document critical values.
• Enter and manage data in the EHR; review and correct billing reports.
• Maintain supply inventory and communicate needs to supervisor.
• Assist with clerical duties including faxing, copying, scheduling and phone coverage; support cross-coverage in clinic/lab areas.

Skills

Phlebotomy procedures

Lab support

EHR data entry

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Phlebotomy training

BLS certification eligibility

Job description

MercyOne Medical Group in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Clinic Lab Assistant to perform phlebotomy and lab support in an outpatient clinic setting. You will greet patients, verify orders, collect specimens, prepare lab reports, and ensure accuracy in line with regulatory standards and our mission.

You will enter data into the Electronic Health Record, maintain supply inventory, assist with clerical tasks, and uphold infection control and safety practices while delivering patient-centered care.