Evening Lab Assistant - Patient-Focused Diagnostics

IHA; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

MercyOne Des Moines Lab Assistant will support multiple laboratory departments by assisting technical staff in the collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of laboratory tests necessary for patient diagnosis and treatment.

The role performs venipunctures and specimen handling, ensures proper labeling and LIS data entry, and follows safety and quality standards. Evening shift, Monday–Friday 5pm–9pm at MercyOne Central Iowa.

Qualifications

• Laboratory experience and knowledge of medical terminology 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 honest, caring, and able to inspire others to uphold MercyOne values.

Responsibilities

• Performs venipunctures, finger sticks, and heel sticks appropriate to patient age and ensures proper specimen collection.
• Accepts specimens and requisitions from internal and external customers and manages add-on orders and pending lists.
• Identifies patients and specimens using two unique identifiers and labels specimen containers accurately.
• Registers and logs specimens in the LIS, evaluates specimen adequacy, and scans documentation into patient records.
• Performs specimen processing and related documentation according to laboratory protocols.
• Assists in resolving problematic specimens and test orders with staff and clients.
• Follows safety, infection control, and chemical-handling procedures to support accurate testing and timely turnaround.
• Operates laboratory information systems to support data entry and workflow management.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Team collaboration

Integrity and caring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

LIS

Job description

MercyOne Des Moines Lab Assistant will support multiple laboratory departments by assisting technical staff in the collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of laboratory tests necessary for patient diagnosis and treatment.

The role performs venipunctures and specimen handling, ensures proper labeling and LIS data entry, and follows safety and quality standards. Evening shift, Monday–Friday 5pm–9pm at MercyOne Central Iowa.