Lab Assistant I (Full-Time)

The Iowa Clinic; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare clinic as a Lab Assistant I. This full-time role involves collecting and processing patient samples, maintaining safety protocols, and contributing to a collaborative work environment. Ideal for those seeking a meaningful career in healthcare.

Benefits

401(k) program with employer match

Generous PTO accruals

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employee rewards and recognition program

Health and wellness program

Qualifications

• One year laboratory experience required.
• Ability to meet work schedule demands.

Responsibilities

• Collects, processes, and stores patient samples.
• Performs patient testing within specified timelines.
• Maintains a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Looking for a career where you love what you do and who you do it with? You’re in the right place.

Healthcare here is different – we’re locally owned and led by our physicians, and all decisions are always made right here in Central Iowa.

By working at The Iowa Clinic, you’ll get to make a difference while seeing a difference in our workplace. Because as one clinic dedicated to exceptional care, we’re committed to exceeding expectations, showing compassion and collaborating to provide the kind of care most of us got into this business to deliver in the first place.

Think you’ve got what it takes to join our TIC team? Keep reading…

A day in the life…

Wondering what a day in the life of a Lab Assistant at The Iowa Clinic might look like?

• Arrive at work in the morning – no night shifts here!
• Collects, processes and stores patient samples as per protocol and safety guidelines.
• Performs patient testing within specified timelines.
• Maintains a clean, safe work environment.
• Potential to move up to helping maintain the equipment, ensuring that calibration and maintenance are completed with appropriate time frames.
  
  

This job might be for you if you have…

Qualifications

• A desire to find a meaningful, fulfilling career
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One year laboratory experience
• Demonstrates ability to consistently meet work schedule demands in the clinic.
• Obtains adequate blood specimens from patients using appropriate specimen collection and handling procedures.
• Labels all specimens in accordance with clinical laboratory standards and Clinic policies and procedures
• Prepares specimens for delivery or delivers to appropriate laboratory areas.
• Within scope of training, performs laboratory testing utilizing laboratory equipment in accordance with Clinic policies/procedures and manufacturer guidelines.
• Performs computer functions to support collection and processing of specimens.
• Maintains awareness of own safety in carrying out duties and responsibilities. Adheres to universal precautions and infection control policies and procedures.
• Assumes accountability for enhancing own knowledge through workshops, in-services, etc.
  
  

Bonus points if…

• You love exceeding people’s expectations
• You enjoy having fun where you work
• Finding meaningful connections is what you live for
  
  

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What’s In It For You

• One of the best 401(k) programs in central Iowa, including employer match and profit sharing
• Employee incentives to share in the Clinic’s success
• Generous PTO accruals
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Quarterly volunteer opportunities through a variety of local nonprofits
• Training and development programs
• Opportunities to have fun with your colleagues, including TIC night at the Iowa Cubs, employee appreciation tailgate party, Adventureland day, State Fair tickets, annual holiday party, drive-in movie night… we could go on and on
• Monthly departmental celebrations, jeans days and clinic-wide competitions
• Employee rewards and recognition program
• Health and wellness program with up to $350/year in incentives
• Employee feedback surveys
• All employee meetings, team huddles and transparent communication

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  Entry level

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