Lab Assistant - West Des Moines (Full-Time)

The Iowa Clinic; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Iowa Clinic in West Des Moines, IA is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our dedicated team. This role involves collecting, processing and testing patient samples in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.

You will work under protocols to ensure safety, accuracy and timely results, with opportunities to expand responsibilities and contribute to compassionate care across our locally owned clinic.

Qualifications

• One year laboratory experience.
• Demonstrates a desire for meaningful, fulfilling work.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process patient samples per protocol.
• Perform laboratory testing within specified timelines.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Support equipment calibration and maintenance as assigned.
• Adhere to universal precautions and infection control policies.
• Encourage ongoing learning through workshops and trainings.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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 ofLab Assistantat 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.
• 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.

This job might be for you if…

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• One year laboratory experience
• A desire to find a meaningful, fulfilling career

Bonus points if…

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

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
• and paid holidays
• 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