Lab Assistant - Patient-Centered Diagnostics

Trinity Health Corp.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center seeks a Lab Assistant to support multiple laboratory departments in collecting, processing, and reporting tests essential for patient diagnosis and treatment. The role emphasizes accurate specimen handling, data integrity, and compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities include venipunctures, labeling, LIS entries, and collaboration with staff to maintain timely turnaround and high-quality results, with day shifts and a teamwork-driven environment across

Qualifications

• Laboratory experience and knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Must work in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
• Honesty, integrity, and caring, inspiring others to uphold Trinity Health values.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipunctures, finger sticks, and heel sticks appropriate to patient age.
• Process and label specimens accurately for LIS input.
• Support laboratory staff in testing and reporting results.
• Ensure safety, infection control, and quality standards.
• Restock supplies and participate in team projects.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Collaborative leadership

Integrity and empathy

Education

High school diploma

GED

Job description

MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center seeks a Lab Assistant to support multiple laboratory departments in collecting, processing, and reporting tests essential for patient diagnosis and treatment. The role emphasizes accurate specimen handling, data integrity, and compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities include venipunctures, labeling, LIS entries, and collaboration with staff to maintain timely turnaround and high-quality results, with day shifts and a teamwork-driven environment across