Evening Lab Assistant & Phlebotomy Technician

IHA; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne North Iowa is seeking a Lab Assistant to support multiple laboratory departments. The role involves specimen collection, processing, and accurate data entry to ensure reliable test results for patient diagnosis and treatment.

The position emphasizes teamwork in a collaborative environment, adherence to safety protocols, and a commitment to quality and patient care as part of MercyOne North Iowa’s mission.

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 characterized by honesty, integrity, and caring, to promote MercyOne’s mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Performs venipunctures, finger sticks, and heel sticks appropriate to patient age; ensures proper specimen collection.
• Accepts specimens and requisitions from internal and external customers; manages add-on orders and pending lists.
• Identifies patients and specimens using two identifiers; accurately labels specimen containers.
• Registers and logs specimens in LIS; evaluates specimen adequacy and required documentation.
• Performs specimen processing including identification, aliquoting, plate streaking, slide preparation, and handling per protocol.
• Follows safety, infection control, and chemical-handling procedures; supports timely turnaround and productivity.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Medical terminology

Computer proficiency

Team collaboration

Professional integrity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

MercyOne North Iowa is seeking a Lab Assistant to support multiple laboratory departments. The role involves specimen collection, processing, and accurate data entry to ensure reliable test results for patient diagnosis and treatment.

The position emphasizes teamwork in a collaborative environment, adherence to safety protocols, and a commitment to quality and patient care as part of MercyOne North Iowa’s mission.