Lab Assistant & Phlebotomist — Impactful Patient Testing

IHA; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

MercyOne Health System in Waterloo, IA is seeking a Lab Assistant to support multiple laboratory departments by collecting, processing, and reporting specimens for patient diagnosis and treatment.

The role requires venipunctures and specimen handling per policy, accuracy with LIS entries, and a collaborative, patient-centered approach; a high school diploma or GED is required and competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Laboratory experience and knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
• Must possess a personal presence that is honest, integral and caring, aligned with MercyOne values.

Responsibilities

• Performs venipunctures, finger sticks, and heel sticks appropriate to patient age and collects specimens per policy.
• Accepts specimens and requisitions from internal and external customers and manages add-on orders.
• Identifies patients and specimens using two unique identifiers and labels containers accurately.
• Registers and logs specimens in the LIS, evaluates adequacy, and documents appropriately.
• Performs specimen processing and maintains documentation per laboratory protocols.
• Assists in resolving problematic specimens and orders in collaboration with staff; supports safety and workflow efficiency.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Medical terminology knowledge

Computer skills

Collaboration

Integrity and caring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

MercyOne Health System in Waterloo, IA is seeking a Lab Assistant to support multiple laboratory departments by collecting, processing, and reporting specimens for patient diagnosis and treatment.

The role requires venipunctures and specimen handling per policy, accuracy with LIS entries, and a collaborative, patient-centered approach; a high school diploma or GED is required and competitive benefits are offered.