Lab Assistant

MercyOne; Waverly (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Lab Assistant, where your role is crucial in supporting patient care. In this position, you will greet patients, manage lab orders, and ensure specimens are collected and processed accurately. This opportunity offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment with a commitment to community health and well-being. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, you will be part of a team dedicated to providing exceptional care. This role not only provides competitive compensation but also opens doors for growth within a respected healthcare system.

Benefits

Full benefits package

Opportunities for growth

Competitive compensation

Qualifications

• Previous phlebotomy experience is preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and manage lab orders.
• Collect and process specimens for analysis.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient Interaction

Specimen Processing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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 Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments:
• MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center
• MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation
• MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation

With more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa.
MercyOne Medical Group – Northeast Iowa is made up of more than 30 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Benton, Butler, Fayette and Tama counties.

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Lab Assistant for Waverly Family Medicine.

As a Lab Assistant at MercyOne, you will greets patients, order lab work, and collect and process specimens for analysis by the clinical laboratory staff. Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of MercyOne.

• Greets patient and takes order forms.

• If patient is a series patient, handles paperwork and computer work correctly to include initial visit and subsequent visits.

• Assures order form is complete, checking for patient name, diagnosis, tests ordered and physician signature.

• Verifies all pre-analytical conditions for testing are met.

• Correctly accessions tests ordered, chooses correct account number, enters correct ordering physician and includes all other pertinent comments associated with the order.

• Ensures delivery of lab reports to appropriate areas.

• Receives various STAT blood samples and Home Health samples and handles appropriately.

• Understands general registration procedures including why and when new account numbers need to be assigned.

• Identifies problems and works to resolve appropriately.

• Maintains a clean and organized work area.

Schedule:

• Full Time Monday - Friday Day Shift

General Requirements:

• Previous phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Education:

• High School or Equivalent (GED)

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

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.