LAB ASSISTANT

Pella Regional Health Center; Pella (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility is seeking a Laboratory Assistant responsible for phlebotomy and laboratory testing. The role requires effective communication skills, flexibility for shift rotations, and participation in quality improvement activities. Join a dedicated team committed to patient care and quality service.

Benefits

PTO: 40 hours deposited upon hire

Qualifications

• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Flexibility for shift rotation within the department.

Responsibilities

• Completes phlebotomy, sample processing and appropriate laboratory testing.
• Works with neonates, infants, children, adults and geriatric persons.
• Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement activities.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Clerical Skills

Computer Knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Description

PTO: 40 hours deposited upon hire!

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of an MLT or MLS, the Laboratory Assistant completes phlebotomy, sample processing and appropriate laboratory testing. The Laboratory Assistant must demonstrate the ability to work with neonates, infants, children, adults and geriatric persons. The Laboratory Assistant participates in Continuous Quality Improvement activities.

Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Current American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Code BLS required. New employees certify within three (3) months after hire date.

Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.

Strong written and verbal skills.

Basic computer knowledge.

Basic clerical skills.

Ability to communicate with tact and professionalism.

Expresses ideas in a clear, creative and succinct manner.

Flexibility for shift rotation within the department.